66ᵗʰ B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2020
The dual system of governance in Bengal was enforced by :
aWarren Hastings
bWilliam Bentinck
cRobert Clive✓ Correct
dLord Curzon
eNone of the above/ More than one of the above
Explanation
The Dual Government began in Bengal in 1765 during the time of Robert Clive. On 28 August 1772, the Court of Directors decided to abolish the Dual Government in Bengal. Warren Hastings implemented this decision in 1772. The Calcutta Council and its head were instructed to become the Diwan themselves and take the management of Bengal, Bihar and Orissa into their own hands. Warren Hastings removed both the Deputy-Diwans, Muhammad Raza Khan and Raja Shitab Rai.
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