Who was the Viceroy of India when the Interim Government was formed in 1946?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Lord Wavell
The Interim Government headed by Jawaharlal Nehru was formed in September 1946, when Lord Wavell was the Viceroy (1943–1947). Lord Mountbatten succeeded him only in March 1947.