Warren Hastings
British colonial administrator of India
Born
December 6th, 1732
292 years ago
Died
August 22nd, 1818
206 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as the first Governor-General of India from 1773 to 1785. Played a significant role in establishing colonial governance in India, implementing administrative reforms and judicial systems. Engaged in wars against various Indian states and expanded British territorial control during tenure. Contributed to the compilation of the first comprehensive accounts of Indian law and customs. Resigned amidst controversies and faced charges of corruption but was acquitted.
First Governor-General of India
Establishment of a legal framework in India
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