Montague-Chelmsford reforms Flashcards
When were the Montague-Chelmsford reforms introduced?
The Montague-Chelmsford reforms were introduced in 1918.
What did the Montague-Chelmsford reforms form the basis of?
They formed the basis of the Government of India Act (1919).
What is Diarchy?
A form of government where authority is shared between two rulers or authorities.
What did the Montague-Chelmsford reforms introduce?
The Montague-Chelmsford reforms introduced diarchy in the provincial government, with a bicameral structure of the legislature.
What was the result of the Montague-Chelmsford reforms?
The legislative council was expanded.
Who held the chief executive authority under the Montague-Chelmsford reforms?
Despite the introduction of diarchy, the governor-general retained the chief executive authority and had the final say on all decisions.
How did Indians perceive the Montague-Chelmsford reforms?
Indians deemed the Montague-Chelmsford reforms unsatisfactory, as they believed they deserved more concessions after their service in World War I.
