Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
41
What was the composition of the Supreme Court established by the Regulating Act of 1773?
Answer:
One Chief Justice and three other judges
The Supreme Court comprised one Chief Justice and three other judges (puisne judges), making a total strength of four judges.
42
Who was appointed as the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court established under the Regulating Act of 1773?
Answer:
Sir Elijah Impey
Sir Elijah Impey was appointed as the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court at Calcutta. He was assisted by three other judges.
43
The Regulating Act of 1773 established a Supreme Court of Judicature at which location?
Answer:
Calcutta (Fort William)
The Act provided for the establishment of a Supreme Court of Judicature at Fort William, Calcutta. It was inaugurated in 1774.
44
Which of the following was NOT a member of the Governor General's Executive Council established by the Regulating Act of 1773?
Answer:
Lord Macaulay
The four original members were Lt. General John Clavering, George Monson, Richard Barwell, and Philip Francis. Lord Macaulay became a law member much later under the Charter Act of 1833.
45
How many members were appointed to the Executive Council to assist the Governor General under the Regulating Act of 1773?
Answer:
Four
The Regulating Act of 1773 constituted a council of four members to assist the Governor General. Decisions in the council were to be taken by a majority vote.
46
Who became the first Governor General of the Presidency of Fort William under the Regulating Act of 1773?
Answer:
Warren Hastings
Warren Hastings was appointed as the first Governor General of the Presidency of Fort William (Bengal) on October 20, 1773, following the provisions of the Regulating Act.
47
Under the Regulating Act of 1773, the Governor of Bengal was designated as:
Answer:
Governor General of the Presidency of Fort William
The Act designated the Governor of Bengal as the 'Governor General of the Presidency of Fort William' (often referred to as Governor General of Bengal), and he was to serve as the Governor General of all British territories in India.
48
Which act is considered the first landmark in the constitutional development of India under British rule?
Answer:
Regulating Act of 1773
The Regulating Act of 1773 is regarded as the first landmark in the constitutional development of India because it marked the first time the British Parliament interfered in the affairs of the East India Company and laid the foundation for central administration.
49
Who was the Prime Minister of England at the time of the passing of the Regulating Act of 1773?
Answer:
Lord North
The Prime Minister of England at the time of the Regulating Act of 1773 was Lord North. His government undertook the legislation to meet the financial situation of the East India Company and provide a legal framework for governance.
50
In which year was the Regulating Act passed by the British Parliament?
Answer:
1773
The Regulating Act was passed by the British Parliament in June 1773. It was the first parliamentary ratification and authorization defining the power and authority of the East India Company with respect to its Indian possessions.