Which of the following statements are true about the Indian Councils Act 1861? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
1.The number of ordinary members of the Governor-General's Council was increased to five
2.For legislation, no less than six but more than twelve members were added to the Governor-General's Council
3.Any bill could be introduced in the Legislative Council
4.The Governor-General had the power to issue ordinances without the consent of his Council during an emergency, valid for a maximum of six months
5.No act passed by the Legislative Council would be valid without the consent of the Governor-General
A1, 2, 3 and 4 only
B1, 2, 4 and 5 only
C1, 3, 2 and 4 only
D1, 2, 3 and 5 only
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