Who was the first Viceroy of India under the British Crown? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the first Viceroy of India under the British Crown?
A. Lord Canning
B. Lord Lytton
C. Lord Dalhousie
D. Lord Elgin
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Lord Canning, who was the Governor-General at the time of the 1857 revolt, became the first Viceroy of India after the Government of India Act 1858. He served as Viceroy from 1858 to 1862.

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