Q. With reference to the Regulating Act of 1773, consider the following statements:
1.It made the Governors of Bombay and Madras subordinate to the Governor-General of Bengal.
2.It established a Supreme Court at Calcutta.
3.It allowed the servants of the East India Company to engage in private trade with prior approval.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The Regulating Act of 1773 made Bombay and Madras governors subordinate to the Governor-General of Bengal.
  • It established the Supreme Court at Calcutta in 1774.
  • The Regulating Act of 1773 prohibited Company servants from engaging in private trade or accepting bribes.

Source: Laxmikant (Polity)

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