Who was the Governor-General of India at the time of Revolt of 1857?
(A) Lord Dalhousie
(B) Lord Bentinck
(C) Lord Canning
(D) Lord Lytton
Correct Answer : Lord Canning
Question Asked : SSC Combined Matric Level (Pre) Exam 2000
Explanation : Lord Canning was an English statesman and Governor-General of India during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. For his tact and capabilities in dealing with the revolt, he was rewarded by being made the first Viceroy of India in 1858. In April 1859 he received the thanks of both Houses of Parliament for his great services during the rebellion.
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