Who became the first Governor General of Bengal?

Lord Dalhousie

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Lord Warren Hastings

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The correct option is B Lord Warren Hastings
The Regulating Act of 1773 was the first step taken by the British Government to control and regulate affairs of the East India Company. It designated the Governor of Bengal as the Governor-General of Bengal and created an Executive Council of 4 to assist him. Lord Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General of Bengal.

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