Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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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
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Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Regulating Act?
Answer:
Creation of Board of Control
The Board of Control was introduced later by Pitt’s India Act, not by the Regulating Act.
62
The Regulating Act sought to curb corruption among:
Answer:
Company servants in India
British Company servants were frequently accused of corruption and misuse of authority.
63
Which scandal involving Company officials influenced the passing of the Regulating Act?
Answer:
Dual government controversy
Corruption under the dual system of administration in Bengal brought criticism on the Company.
64
Which financial condition of the East India Company prompted the Regulating Act?
Answer:
Debt and bankruptcy
The EIC was nearly bankrupt, pushing Parliament to intervene.
65
Decisions under the Regulating Act were made based on:
Answer:
Majority vote in the council
The Governor-General could be overruled by a majority of the council.
66
The Governor-General of Bengal was assisted by how many councillors?
Answer:
Four
A council of four members assisted the Governor-General in decision-making.
67
Which presidency was placed under the authority of the Governor-General of Bengal?
Answer:
Both Madras and Bombay
Both Madras and Bombay presidencies were subordinated to the Bengal Governor-General.
68
Which body was given significant supervisory power under the Regulating Act?
Answer:
The British Parliament
The Act allowed Parliament to oversee the Company’s affairs for the first time.
69
The Regulating Act strengthened British control over which company?
Answer:
East India Company
The Act restricted the autonomy of the East India Company in India.
70
Which Chief Justice was appointed to the Supreme Court of Calcutta?
Answer:
Elijah Impey
Sir Elijah Impey served as the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Calcutta.