Question

Q. Consider the following statements with regards to Minto-Morley reforms:

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct. Indian councils act of 1909 also known as the Minto-Morley reforms for the first time made provisions for the appointment of an Indian to the viceroy’s executive council. To this effect, Satyendra Sinha was appointed as the law member in the viceroy’s executive council.
• Statement 2 is correct. To further its policy of Divide and Rule, the British introduced the provisions of a separate electorate under this. This was to ensure that the growing unity amongst Indians is checked and a spirit of communalism is inculcated.
• Statement 3 is incorrect. The act for the first time made an attempt to introduce a representative & popular element with the provisions for the direct election for some seats along with nominations for the others. However, most of the elected members were still elected indirectly.