Queen's Proclamation (1858): UPSC Mind Map

Key Concepts in this Mind Map

• Queen's Proclamation (1858)
• - Context
• - Aftermath of 1857 Revolt
• - End of Company Rule in India
• - Date & Location
• - November 1, 1858
• - Read by Lord Canning at Allahabad
• - Key Provisions
• - Transfer of Power: From East India Company to the British Crown
• - Religious Freedom: Non-interference in native religious beliefs and practices
• - Pardon & Amnesty: For those not directly involved in murder during the revolt
• - Respect for Treaties: Previously made with Indian princes
• - Administrative Changes
• - Secretary of State for India: New office created in British Parliament
• - Assisted by a 15-member India Council
• - Governor-General of India becomes Viceroy of India
• - Direct representative of the British Crown
• - Significance & Impact
• - Constitutional Landmark: Marked a major shift in Indian administration
• - Increased Racial Divide: Despite promises, distrust grew
• - UPSC Relevance
• - Prelims: Date, key figures (Canning, Queen Victoria), core provisions