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Q.

Which of the following was/were the changes brought in the field of administration in the aftermath of Sepoy mutiny ?

1. Company Rule was put to end, power to govern India was transferred to British Crown.

2. Governor General was given the title of Viceroy of India.

3. The post of Secretary of state was created who was a member of British cabinet.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. After the revolt, British crown took over the governing power of East Indian Company.

Statement 2 is correct. The office of Governor General was given the Title of Viceroy of India.

Statement 3 is correct. The office of Secretary of States was created after the revolt. Earlier the authority was exercised by Court of directors and Board of control of East India Company. Office of the secretary of state was directly responsible to the british parliament. He had the authority to exercise control and direction over indian administrative affairs.

Thus, Option D is Correct.

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