Which of the following Acts is also known as Morley-Minto Reforms?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Indian Councils Act, 1909.
· The Indian Councils Act, 1909 is commonly known as the Morley-Minto Reforms, named after John Morley, the Secretary of State for India, and Lord Minto, the Viceroy of India at the time.
· These reforms aimed to introduce a limited degree of self-governance in India by expanding the legislative councils and allowing for greater Indian participation in governance.
· Key features included the introduction of separate electorates for Muslims, thereby giving them a distinct political representation, and the enlargement of the legislative councils at both the central and provincial levels.
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· Government of India Act, 1919: Also known as the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, it aimed at increasing Indian participation in the governance of British India.
· Indian Councils Act, 1892: Provided for the expansion of the legislative councils and increased the involvement of Indians in governance.
· Government of India Act, 1935: Introduced significant constitutional reforms, including the establishment of provincial autonomy and the federal structure for India.