Multiple choice general knowledge history

During the British rule, which community got separate representation from which Act?

  1. Christian Community & Indian Council Act 1909

  2. Muslim Community & Indian Council Act 1909

  3. Buddhist Community & Indian Council Act 1907

  4. All the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Councils Act 1909 (also known as the Morley-Minto Reforms) introduced the concept of separate electorates for the Muslim community in British India. This system allowed Muslims to vote for separate Muslim-only constituencies, which was a significant communal representation mechanism. The Act did not grant separate representation to Christians or Buddhists. Option D is incorrect because only the Muslim community received separate representation under this specific Act.

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