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

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Who was the first Governor-General of the Dominion of India?

A. Lord Wavell

B. Rajendra Prasad

C. Lord Mountbatten

D. C. Rajagopalachari

Answer: Option C

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Lord Mountbatten was appointed the first Governor-General of independent India in August 1947, serving until June 1948.

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