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August 2, 1858
The Government of India Act 1858 replaces Company rule in India with that of the British Raj.
Government of India Act 1858
The Government of India Act 1858 was an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom passed on August 2 1858. Its provisions called for the liquidation of the East India Company and the transferral of its functions to the British Crown.
August 2
August 2 is the 214th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 151 days remain until the end of the year.