Question

Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the provisions of the Charter Act of 1813?

Choose the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The company’s rule was extended to another 20 years, by the Charter Act of 1813. Their trade monopoly was ended except for the trade in tea, opium and with China.

Statement 2 is correct: The act provided for a financial grant towards the revival of Indian literature and the promotion of science.

Statement 3 is correct: Through this act, the East India Company tried to take up a greater role in the education of the Indians under them. It was to set aside Rs.1 Lakh for this purpose.