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History GK · Q65

British Rule In India

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 65

Q65

What was meant by the secretary of State of India during the British?

A.
An official who worked as the Secretary to the Viceroy of India
B.
A Secretary level official appointed in each Presidency of India
C.
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
Answer
D.
A senior officer appointed the Viceroy to look into his internal administration in India

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Secretary of State is also deemed as Political Head of India. The post was created in Charter Act of 1858. The first Secretary of state was Lord Stanley.