Explanation: The Pitt’s India Act gave the British government a large measure of control over the Company’s affairs.

• In fact, the Company became a subordinate department of the State. The Company’s territories in India were termed ‘British possessions.
• The government’s control over the Company’s affairs was greatly extended.
• A Board of Control consisting of the chancellor of exchequer, a secretary of state and four members of the Privy Council (to be appointed by the Crown) were to exercise control over the Company’s civil, military and revenue affairs.
• All dispatches were to be approved by the board. Thus, a dual system of control was set up.

Source: Spectrum Modern India