Multiple choice

Consider the following statements with reference to the provisions of the Indian Councils Act of 1909 regarding the Imperial Legislative Council:

  1. The Act increased the power of the members to ask question.
  2. Voting on separate budget items was allowed by the Act. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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Explanation

The Indian Councils Act of 1909 (Morley-Minto Reforms) allowed members to ask supplementary questions and discuss the budget, but it did not allow for voting on separate budget items.

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