Which of the following act led to the introduction of dual system of government in India?

Pitts India Act, AD 1784

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The Regulating Act, AD 1773

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Charter Act, 1793 AD

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Charter Act, 1813 AD

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Solution

The correct option is A Pitts India Act, AD 1784
Pitt's India Act 1784 or the East India Company Act 1784 was passed in the British Parliament to rectify the defects of the Regulating Act 1773. It resulted in dual control or joint government in India by Crown in Great Britain and the British East India Company, with crown having ultimate authority.

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Institutions	Established by
1. Joint Public Service Commission	Government of India Act, 1919
2. Reserve Bank of India	Government of India Act, 1935
3. Governor General of India	Charter Act, 1833