Who was the first Governor-General of Bengal? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the first Governor-General of Bengal?

A. John Shore

B. Robert Clive

C. Warren Hastings

D. Lord Cornwallis

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General of Bengal in 1773 under the Regulating Act.

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