Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the rule of Lord Cornwallis?
  1. He brought about the separation of revenue administration and civil jurisdiction through the Cornwallis Code.
  2. He introduced the civil services in India.
  3. The Subsidiary Alliance system was started under his rule.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:

Answer: Only 1 & 2
Notes: Lord Cornwallis is credited with the separation of revenue administration and civil jurisdiction through the Cornwallis Code, and is regarded as the father of Indian civil services. However, the Subsidiary Alliance system was introduced later, under Lord Wellesley's tenure, not Cornwallis.
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