Question 126

Who was the first Governor of Assam?

Answer

Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari

Why?

The Correct Answer is Option 1 , i.e. Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari . Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari was the last British-appointed governor and Assam province's first Indian governor. From October 1887 to June 1929 , he worked as an Agent to the Governor of Ceylon, dealing with the health and rights of the large Indian labour force in the plantations. He became its secretary after the formation of the Imperial Council for Agricultural Research in 1929. Vishnu Sahay was the 7th Governor of Assam. Sri Prakasa was the 2nd Governor of Assam. Jagdish Mukhi is the current Governor of Assam. (Aug 2020)