Multiple choice

With reference to the regulating Act of 1773, consider the following statements:

  1. The Supreme Court at Calcutta, set up under the Regulating Act of 1773, had unlimited jurisdiction over the East India Company and its possessions.
  2. The Supreme Court at that time was also vested with the power to veto laws enacted by the Bengal Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Regulating Act of 1773 established the Supreme Court at Calcutta, but its jurisdiction was limited to British subjects and specific areas, not unlimited over all possessions. Furthermore, the Court did not have the power to veto laws enacted by the Bengal Government.

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