The 'Minto-Morley Reforms' of 1909 introduced separate electorates for Muslims under which principle? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Minto-Morley Reforms' of 1909 introduced separate electorates for Muslims under which principle?
A. Territorial representation
B. Communal representation
C. Class representation
D. Functional representation
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Indian Councils Act of 1909 (Minto-Morley Reforms) introduced the system of communal representation, creating separate electorates for Muslims, a provision that was later extended to other communities.

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Question #1
Which of the following British acts introduced the element of election for the first time in India, though indirectly?
A. Indian Councils Act 1909
B. Indian Councils Act 1892
C. Government of India Act 1919
D. Indian Councils Act 1861

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Indian Councils Act 1892 allowed bodies like universities and district boards to recommend names for legislative councils, introducing indirect elections.

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Question #2
The 'Indian Constitution' originally had how many fundamental rights?
A. Ten
B. Eight
C. Six
D. Seven

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Originally there were seven fundamental rights, including the right to property (Article 31), which was later removed as a fundamental right.

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Question #3
The 'Regulating Act of 1773' was passed to regulate the affairs of which company?
A. Danish East India Company
B. French East India Company
C. English East India Company
D. Dutch East India Company

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Regulating Act of 1773 was the first significant act passed by the British Parliament to control the administration and trade of the English East India Company in India.

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