The 'Calcutta Corporation Act' of 1899 reduced Indian representation and is associated with: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Calcutta Corporation Act' of 1899 reduced Indian representation and is associated with:
A. Lord Curzon
B. Lord Elgin
C. Lord Lansdowne
D. Lord Minto
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lord Curzon passed the Calcutta Corporation Act 1899, reducing elected Indian members.
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