Identifying reserved subjects under the dyarchy of the 1919 Act
Question
In the Government of India Act 1919, the functions of Provincial Government were divided into "Reserved" and "Transferred" subjects. Which of the following were treated as "Reserved" subjects? Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- 1.
Administration of Justice
- 2.
Local Self-Government
- 3.
Land Revenue
- 4.
Police
Options
1, 2 and 3
2, 3 and 4
1, 3 and 4
1, 2 and 4
Explanation
Under the dyarchy introduced by the 1919 Act, crucial power-centric subjects were "Reserved" for the Governor and his executive council, including Justice, Police, and Land Revenue. "Transferred" subjects were given to Indian ministers and included less vital, public-welfare areas like Local Self-Government, Education, and Health.
Answer: (c).
Question details
Year
2022
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q51
Subject
History
Sub-topic
Modern: Colonial & Constitutional
Type
Statement-based
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Static
Source hint
Government of India Act 1919
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