WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which act introduced 'Diarchy' (dual government) at the provincial level in India?

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

Answer options

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

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Government of India Act, 1919

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Government of India Act, 1919 šŸ“š Explanation: The Government of India Act, 1919 (Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms) introduced the system of Diarchy in the provinces, dividing provincial subjects into 'Reserved' and 'Transferred' categories. Reserved subjects were managed by the Governor and his executive council, while Transferred subjects were handled by Indian ministers. This was the first major step toward introducing a measure of responsible government in India.