Question 3GS2GS2

The arrival of Lord William Bentinck marked a period of transformation in the British Indian State. Discuss. (10 marks, 150 word)

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Lord William Bentinck (1928-35) was first governor general of British India.

(Role of Lord William Bentinck)

1(Social reforms)

Abolition of Slavery

↓ Abolition of Sati (1829 Resolution IT)

↓ Abolition of Thuggee

2Educational reforms

↓ promoted English education for Indians

↓ vouched for Indian participation and inclusion in education system.

(ex) formed Calcutta College

3Charter Act 1833

↓ granted Bentinck more powers

↓ used it to promote trade between India and Britain

9Favoured economic reforms

↓ to resolve poverty in India

5Advocated for land reforms

↓ promoted a equal basis of land revenue systems

6Advocated for Indians' role in administration

↓ opened jobs for Indians in British offices

9Against systematic loot of Indians resources

Lord William Bentinck was inspiration behind other governon generals like, Rippon, Lord Mayo.

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Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Historical Underpinnings

Colonial period and administrative reforms

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