Question : Which British Governor ended the dual system of government in Bengal?

Option 1: Robert Clive

Option 2: Warren Hastings

Option 3: John Shore

Option 4: William Bentinck


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Correct Answer: Warren Hastings


Solution : The correct answer is Warren Hastings .

Warren Hastings dismantled the dual system of government initiated by Robert Clive in Bengal. Under this system, the East India Company held Diwani rights, allowing them to collect revenue, while Indian chiefs, like the Nizam, retained administrative authority.

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