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Correct Answer: Option (A) — A-3; B-2; C-4 ;D-1
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference Verified- A. Governor-General of Presidency of Fort William in Bengal (under 1773 Act): Lord Cornwallis held this exact designation (A-3).
- B. Governor-General of India (under Charter Act, 1833): Lord Dalhousie served under this title (B-2).
- C. Governor-General and Viceroy of India (under 1858 Act): Lord Minto served as Viceroy and Governor-General (C-4).
- D. Governor-General and Crown Representative (under 1935 Act): Lord Wavell served under this dual designation (D-1).
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