State PCS PYQPrelims 2021

UPPCS · Question 82

Which one of the following Acts of British India strengthened the Viceroy's authority over his executive council by substituting the 'portfolio' or 'departmental' system for corporate functioning?

  1. Indian Councils Act, 1861
  2. Government of India Act, 1858
  3. Indian Councils Act, 1892
  4. Indian Councils Act, 1909
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Answer: (A) Indian Councils Act, 1861

Explanation

The Indian Councils Act 1861 gave statutory recognition to Canning's portfolio system.