The Indian Councils Act of 1892 expanded the role of legislative councils by:
A. Allowing indirect elections
B. Abolishing the system of dyarchy
C. Introducing separate electorates
D. Granting dominion status
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Indian Councils Act of 1892 allowed for indirect elections to legislative councils and increased the powers of these councils to discuss the budget and ask questions.
Explanation:
The Ilbert Bill was drafted by Sir Courtenay Ilbert and introduced in February 1883, provoking an organized backlash among European residents in India.
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