What was meant by the Secretary of State for India during the British rule?

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What was meant by the Secretary of State for India during the British rule?

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Option 1 is incorrect. The Secretary of State for India did not work as the Secretary to the Viceroy of India. The Secretary of State for India was a British minister in charge of the government of India.

Option 2 is incorrect. The Secretary of State for India was not a Secretary level official appointed in each Presidency of India. The Secretary of State for India was a high-ranking British minister with authority over the entire government of India.

Option 3 is the correct answer. The Secretary of State for India was a British minister given full control over the Government of India. They were responsible for making decisions and policies regarding India and had significant power and authority.

Option 4 is incorrect. The Secretary of State for India was not a senior officer appointed by the Viceroy to look into internal administration in India. Their role was to oversee the overall governance of India, not specifically focused on internal administration.