Multiple choice general knowledge Who was the first Indian to hold the post of Governor General in India? Dr. Rajendra Prasad C. Rajagopalachari Dr. K.M. Munshi Annie Besant Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian Governor General of independent India (1948-1950). Before him, the position was held by British appointees including Lord Mountbatten. Dr. Rajendra Prasad became President when India became a Republic in 1950.