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          The historical context of the Constitution of India carries immense significance in various examinations, as it provides valuable insights into the inception and growth of India's constitutional framework. The journey of the Indian Constitution can be retraced through a series of regulations and acts that were passed prior to Indian Independence. This article delves into the pre-Independence acts and regulations that contributed to this evolution. Company Rule (1773-1858) Regulating Act of 1773 : It designated the Governor of Bengal as the 'Governor General of Bengal' and whose tenure of office was for a period of 4 years. A governing body comprising 4 members, known as the Executive Council, was established to assist the Governor General (Governor General + 4 members). There was no separate legislative council. The first such Governor General was Lord Warren Hastings . The government was to be conducted in accordance with the decision of the majority. The Govern

Important Events During the Reign of Governor General and Viceroy of India Governor General: 1. Warren Hastings 1773 - 1775 Abolition of Dual System of Robert Clive. Calcutta Made Capital of Bengal in 1772 Reorganisation of Judicial System - Separation of Civil and Criminal Courts. Abolished the System of Dastaks, or Free passes regulated the Internal trade The Regulating Act of 1773 The Rohila War of 1774 The First Anglo-Maratha War 1775 - 82 ⟶ Treaty of Salabai in 1782  The Second Anglo-Mysore War 1780 - 84  ⟶ Treaty of Mangalore  Pitts India Act of 1784. Foundation of Asiatic Society of Bengal - 1784 2. Lord Cornwallis 1786 - 1793 Third Anglo-Mysore War 1790 - 92  ⟶ Defeat of Tipu  ⟶ Treaty of Srirangapattanam Sanskrit Vidyalaya at Benaras Established by Jonathan Duncan. Reforms : Administrative Reforms: Purification of the Civil Service by the employment of honest and capable public servants. Increase in the salaries of Employees and Officers. Separation of Commercial, Judicial and