.In 1856, which Governor General decided that Bahadur Shah Zafar was the lastMughal King and none of his descendants would be recognized as Kings hereafter

The Governor General who made the decision in 1856 regarding Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal emperor, was Lord Canning. He played a significant role during the period leading up to the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Canning's administration not only marked the end of the Mughal dynasty but also transitioned British rule from the East India Company to direct control by the British Crown following the rebellion. The decision established a clear break from the Mughal heritage, thus ensuring that none of Zafar's descendants would be officially recognized as kings thereafter. This was a significant moment in the history of India, reflecting the decline of traditional power structures in the face of British colonial expansion.