Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Pitts India Act 1784
In 1784 AD, the British Parliament passed the Pitt’s India Act to address the weaknesses of the Regulating Act and to protect the interests of the British. This act gave the British government the paramount control over the affairs of the company and its administration in India. Let us know about the Proposals, Significance and Features of Pitt's India Act, 1784.
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PROPOSALS / FEATURES OF PITT'S INDIA ACT
- According to the new law, a 6-member Board of Control was set up, whose task was to give the necessary vision to the Board of Directors and the Government of India and control their proceedings.
- The members of the Economy and Privy Council of England were appointed as its members.
- A secret committee of 3 members was also formed to send confidential orders in India.
- The number of members of the Governor General's council was reduced to 3.
- The Governor of Madras and Bombay Presidency was completely subordinated to the Governor General in matters of war and peace and revenue. The Governor General could no longer adopt any policy (war, peace or friendship) towards any native state without the consent of the Board of Control.
Conclusion of Pitts India Act 1784
Pitt’s India Act was a supplement to the Regulating Act. This law brought the company's policies completely under the control of the Government of England. Although there were some drawbacks in this act too, C.H. while highlighting its importance. Phillips wrote that "The Act of 1784 was a clever and devious proposal that put the political power of the governing committee under the secret and effective control of the Cabinet." The Act framed the administrative framework which It lasted until 1858 AD with few amendments.