Multiple choice

Which feature of Government of India Act of 1909 was introduced to create a communal divide among Indians?

  1. An Indian, SP Sinha, was appointed to the Viceroy's Executive Council.

  2. An increase in the number of elected members in the Central and Provincial Legislative Councils.

  3. To separate electorate system.

  4. The powers of the members of the Provincial Councils remained advisory.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Muslims could vote only for Muslim candidates, while Hindus could vote only for Hindu candidates under this system.

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