Through which of the following acts did the British Crown completely assume the direct administration of British India, bringing an end to the rule of the East India Company? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Through which of the following acts did the British Crown completely assume the direct administration of British India, bringing an end to the rule of the East India Company?
A. Charter Act of 1833
B. Regulating Act of 1773
C. Indian Councils Act 1861
D. Government of India Act 1858
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Following the Revolt of 1857, the Government of India Act 1858 liquidated the East India Company and transferred the governance of India directly to the British Crown.

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