Who was the Governor-General of India at the time of the 1857 Revolt? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the Governor-General of India at the time of the 1857 Revolt?

A. Dalhousie

B. Bentinck

C. Canning

D. Wellesley

Answer: Option C

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Canning was the Governor-General during 1857.

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