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The Montagu–Chelmsford Report led to the enactment of which Act?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. The Indian Councils Act 1909
  2. The Government of India Act 1919
  3. The Government of India Act 1935
  4. The India Independence Act 1947

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Government of India Act 1919

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: B. The Government of India Act 1919 📚 Explanation: The Montagu-Chelmsford Report served as the basis for the Government of India Act 1919. This act introduced the system of 'Diarchy' in the provinces and expanded the legislative councils. It also introduced the concept of communal electorates. The act was a response to the growing nationalist demand for self-governance after World War I.