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Modern Indian History UPPSC 1996 GS-I
Question

The Indian Council Act of 1909 provided for

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Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Communal representation

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Communal representation”.
The Indian Council Act of 1909, also known as the Morley-Minto Reforms, is primarily known for introducing the concept of communal representation in India. This meant that separate electorates were created for different religious communities, primarily Muslims and Hindus.

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