Q. Who among the following was the first Governor General of India?
(a) Lord Amherst
(b) Lord William Bentinck
(c) Sir Charles Metcalfe
(d) Robert Clive
Ans: (b) Lord William Bentinck
Explanation: The correct answer is (b) Lord William Bentinck.
Lord William Bentinck was the first Governor-General of India. He served as the Governor-General from 1828 to 1835. Lord Bentinck was appointed to the position following the departure of Lord Amherst, who was the Governor-General before him. Bentinck implemented several significant reforms during his tenure, including the abolition of sati (widow burning), suppression of Thuggee (criminal practices), and the promotion of Western education in India. His reforms had a lasting impact on British India and laid the foundation for subsequent administrative and social changes in the country.
