The 'Secretary of State for India' was created by which act? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Secretary of State for India' was created by which act?
A. Government of India Act 1858
B. Regulating Act 1773
C. Pitt's India Act 1784
D. Indian Councils Act 1861
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Government of India Act 1858 abolished the East India Company and created the office of the Secretary of State for India, who was a member of the British Cabinet and responsible for Indian affairs.

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