Prelims Polity 513

The office of Secretary of State for India, with complete authority and control over Indian administration, was created by:
A.
Charter Act of 1853
B.
Government of India Act of 1858
C.
Indian Councils Act of 1861
D.
An executive order of the British Government
Explanation :
The office of Secretary of State for India, with complete authority and control over Indian administration, was created by the Government of India Act of 1858. He was a member of the British cabinet and responsible to the British Parliament.