Who was the British Prime Minister at the time of India's independence? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the British Prime Minister at the time of India's independence?
A. Clement Attlee
B. Winston Churchill
C. Anthony Eden
D. Neville Chamberlain
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Clement Attlee was the British Prime Minister during the transfer of power in 1947.

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Question #1
Who was the first Governor-General of Bengal under the Regulating Act of 1773?
A. Lord Cornwallis
B. Warren Hastings
C. John Shore
D. Robert Clive

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Regulating Act of 1773 elevated the Governor of Bengal to Governor-General of Bengal. Warren Hastings was the first person to hold this office, serving from 1773 to 1785.

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Question #2
The Chauri Chaura incident led to the suspension of:
A. Quit India Movement
B. Non-Cooperation Movement
C. Civil Disobedience Movement
D. Swadeshi Movement

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Gandhi called off the movement in 1922 after the violence.

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Question #3
The 'Pitt's India Act of 1784' established which system of dual control?
A. Dyarchy in provinces
B. Board of Control and Court of Directors
C. Dual government in Bengal
D. Viceroy and Secretary of State

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Pitt's India Act of 1784 created a Board of Control to supervise the political activities of the East India Company, while the Court of Directors managed commercial affairs. This was known as the system of 'double government'.

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