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Sunday, 28 October 2012

The Weekly Quiz- 2 (British India Special)

The Weekly Quiz- 2 (British India Special)


  1. Who was the viceroy of British India when Orissa was hit with famine?
  2. Where did British India set its first factory?
  3. Who was the last Governor General under the company rule?
  4. On 31st December, AD 1600, the queen granted a royal charter to the British East India Company. In 1601, East India Company left for its first voyage. Who was the commander in that voyage?
  5. Where did East India Company set its first factory in South Indian region?
  6. Due to the good profits in India, the king x of England allowed other companies to trade. In 1609, he also renewed the charter granted to the East India Company to an indefinite period. However, teh charter would be cancelled if there was no profit for three consecutive years. Identify the king x of England.

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