The system of 'Dyarchy' (dual governance) was introduced at the provincial level in British India by which of the following reforms? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The system of 'Dyarchy' (dual governance) was introduced at the provincial level in British India by which of the following reforms?
A. Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms 1919
B. Government of India Act 1935
C. Morley-Minto Reforms 1909
D. Indian Councils Act 1861
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Government of India Act 1919 (Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms) instituted dyarchy in provinces, dividing subjects into 'Transferred' and 'Reserved' categories.

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