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Who among the following was the Governor-General from 1773 to 1785?

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  1. Warren Hastings
  2. Lord Dalhousie
  3. William Bentinck
  4. Lord Mountbatten

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Option 1 : Warren Hastings
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The correct answer is Warren Hastings.

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  •  Warren Hastings:-
    • He served as the Governor-General of Bengal from 1773 to 1785.
    • Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General who played a significant role in establishing British rule in India.

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  • Lord Dalhousie:-
    • He was the Governor-General from 1848 to 1856 and was known for his policy of annexation and modernization.
  • William Bentinck:-
    • He was the Governor-General from 1828 to 1835 and is known for his social reforms such as banning Sati and promoting education. 
  • Lord Mountbatten:-
    • He was the last Governor-General of India who served from 1947 to 1948 and oversaw India's independence from British rule.

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