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Constitutional history (Morley–Minto Reforms, 1909): What was a key objective of these reforms? Identify the main institutional change introduced by the Indian Councils Act, 1909. Choose the correct objective.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Extension of provincial assemblies (with enlarged councils and separate electorates)

Explanation:


Given data

  • Event: Morley–Minto Reforms (Indian Councils Act, 1909).


Concept/Approach
The 1909 reforms expanded legislative councils, increased elected representation, and introduced separate electorates for Muslims. Diarchy came later (1919), and neither local self-government primacy nor abolition of the Secretary of State was an objective in 1909.


Final Answer
Extension of provincial assemblies (with enlarged councils and separate electorates)

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