Which of the following acts led to an end to the dual government system in British India?

Pitt's India Act of 1773

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Charter Act of 1833

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Government of India Act of 1858

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Indian Councils Act of 1861

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The correct option is C Government of India Act of 1858
Government of India Act of 1858 ended the dual government system by abolishing Board of Control and Court of Directors. A new office of Secretary of State was created. The designation of Governor General was now called Viceroy (Lord Canning was the first viceroy) who was the direct representative of British crown.

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