By which Charter Act, the East India Company's monopoly of trade with China come to an end?
A
Charter Act of 1793
B
Charter Act of 1813
C
Charter Act of 1833
D
Charter Act of 1853
Correct Answer: Charter Act of 1833
The East India Company's monopoly of trade with China came to an end through the Charter Act of 1833. This act was a significant piece of legislation that brought about several changes in the governance and administration of British India.Option A: The Charter Act of 1793 did not end the East India Company's monopoly of trade with China.
Option B: The Charter Act of 1813 was primarily concerned with regulating trade and commerce within British India and renewing the company's charter.
Option D: The Charter Act of 1853 focused on various administrative and governance matters but did not specifically address the trade monopoly with China.
Therefore, the correct option is Option C: Charter Act of 1833, which marked the end of the East India Company's monopoly of trade with China.