Warren Hastings

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Faye Elliott

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  • Hastings was the first Governor of India [1773 - 1785]
  • He strengthened British control of India, helping to establish India as part of the British Empire.
  • He reorganised tax systems, tightened anti corruption laws and dealt with thieving gangs.
  • He faced accusations of corruption, mismanagement and poor military judgement from political rivals.
  • In England, Hastings faced trial in 1787 over concerns about British standards in India. Found not guilty in 1795.