The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was :

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The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was :

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The correct answer is option 3, Lord Bentinck. He served as the Governor-General of India from 1828 to 1835 and was responsible for initiating the introduction of English in India. During his tenure, Bentinck implemented several reforms aimed at modernizing Indian society and administration. One significant reform was the promotion of English education in India. Lord Bentinck believed that English education would help Indians access modern knowledge and ideas and enable them to participate in the British administration. He also established English schools and colleges, which played a crucial role in spreading the English language across the country. The introduction of English had a profound impact on Indian society and culture, shaping India`s trajectory towards modernization and westernization.