Government of India Act, 1858

The outbreak of 1857 Sepoy Mutiny, as the first war of Independence was a shock to the British Government. Economic exploitation, social deprivation, and political unrest made 1857 outburst inevitable.

  • The British rulers had to revise their policy of conquest and annexation and adopt a cautious and calculated policy of association and cooperation. The Act of 1858 introduced various changes. It assured the native princes of their rights, dignity, and honor.

Government of India Act, 1858

  • End of Company Rule: India was now to be controlled in the name of the Crown by a secretary of state and a council of 15 people. ....
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