History · Rise of Indian Nationalism
UGC NET December 2012 History
The policy announcement regarding the 'progressive realization of responsible government in India as an integral part of the British Empire' was made by
ALord Morley
BLord Montague ✓ Correct
CLord Ripon
DLord Irwin
Correct answer: (B) Lord Montague — The announcement was made by Lord Montague, so the answer is Lord Montague.
Explanation
★The announcement was made by Lord Montague, so the answer is Lord Montague.
★Edwin Montague, the Secretary of State for India, made the declaration in August 1917.
★He promised the gradual development of self-governing institutions in India.
★This was to be within the framework of the British Empire.
★The declaration led to the Montagu-Chelmsford reforms and the Act of 1919.
★These reforms introduced a system of dual government, or dyarchy, in the provinces.
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