The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was passed during the tenure of which Viceroy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was passed during the tenure of which Viceroy?
A. Lord Mayo
B. Lord Canning
C. Lord Elgin
D. Lord John Lawrence
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was passed during the tenure of Lord Canning. It expanded the Executive Council and allowed for the inclusion of Indians as non-official members.

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