UPSC Prelims · 2002 · GS Paper I · Q62
Which one of the following Acts of British India strengthened the Viceroy’s authority over his executive council by substituting “portfolio” or departmental system for corporate functioning?
- (A)Indian Council Act, 1861
- (B)Government of India Act, 1858
- (C)Indian Councils Act, 1892
- (D)Indian Councils Act, 1909
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Answer: (A) Indian Council Act, 1861
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- History
- Chapter
- Constitutional Development & Acts
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