Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Colonial cities

Question:

In 1798, who was the Governor General of Bengal?

Options:

Lord Hastings

Lord Wellesley

Lord Clive

Lord Canning

Correct Answer:

Lord Wellesley

Explanation:

The history of town planning in Calcutta did not end with the building of Fort William and the Maidan. In 1798, Lord Wellesley became the Governor General. He built a massive palace, Government House, for himself in Calcutta.