The Government of India Act 1858 abolished which body and transferred power to the British Crown? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Government of India Act 1858 abolished which body and transferred power to the British Crown?
A. Board of Control
B. East India Company
C. Court of Directors
D. Governor-General's Council
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Government of India Act 1858, passed after the Revolt of 1857, abolished the East India Company and transferred the governance of India directly to the British Crown. The office of the Secretary of State for India was created.

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