Who was the Governor-general of India during the Sepoy Mutiny?
A
Lord Canning
B
Lord Dalhousie
C
Lord Hardinge
D
Lord Lytton
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
1. The Sepoy Mutiny (also known as the Indian Mutiny or the First War of Independence) began in 1857.
2. The Governor-General of India at that time was Lord Canning.
3. Lord Canning served as Governor-General from 1856 to 1858 and then as the first Viceroy of India from 1858 to 1862.
4. Lord Dalhousie was his predecessor (1848-1856). Lord Hardinge served earlier (1844-1848). Lord Lytton served later (1876-1880).