Which one of the following Viceroys was the first to officially shift his Council to Simla in summer season?

  1. A. John Lawrence
  2. B. Lord Dalhousie
  3. C. Lord Mayo
  4. D. William Bentinck

Correct Answer: A. John Lawrence

Explanation

Sir John Lawrence officially established Simla as the summer capital of the British Indian Empire in 1864, systematically shifting the Viceroy's Council and administration there during the summer months.

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