Charter Act of 1813

The Charter Act of 1813 was a significant piece of legislation passed by the British Parliament that renewed the British East India Company's charter for another 20 years. It aimed to regulate the Company's rule in India and included provisions for promoting education and improving India's infrastructure. The act also allowed for missionary activities, which meant that Christian missionaries could spread their faith in India. Additionally, it recognized the need for the British government to take more responsibility for governance in India, marking a shift towards greater government oversight of colonial affairs.