Who was the first Viceroy under Government of India Act 1858?

Lord Dalhousie

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Lord Wellesley

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Lord Canning

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Lord Hastings

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The correct option is C Lord Canning
Lord Canning was the first Viceroy under Government of India Act 1858. Lord Canning served as Governor General of India from 1856 to 1862. During his reign the Government of India Act, 1858 was passed which created the office of Viceroy to be held by the same person who was Governor General of India. Thus, Lord Canning also served as first Viceroy of India.

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