Q. After 1857, who among the following announced at a Durbar at Allahabad, the assumption of the Government of India by the Sovereign of Great Britain?
Solution:
Lord Canning served as Governor General of India from 1856 to 1862. During his tenure, the Government of India Act, 1858 was passed which created the office of Viceroy to be held by the same person who was Governor General of India. Thus, Lord Canning also served as first Viceroy of India.
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