Multiple choice

Consider the following statements: The Regulating Act of 1773 sought to -

  1. Reform the constitution of the East India Company.
  2. Provide remedies against the illegalities and oppession of the Company's servants in India. 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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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Regulating Act of 1773 was the first step by the British government to control the affairs of the East India Company. It aimed to reform the Company's constitution and address the widespread corruption and oppression by Company servants in India.

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