State Legislature: Bills, Powers and Role of Legislative Councils in India
The procedure followed in both the houses to pass bills is the same. Stages involved in the passage of bills in the state legislature are similar to those in the…
State Legislative Council Composition,Election and Nomination
It functions as the upper chamber within the state legislature, often referred to as the Vidhan Parishad, which consists of nominated and indirectly elected representatives. Creation or Abolition of State…
Government of India Act 1919 (Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms) Provisions
The First World War significantly changed Indian expectations for greater representation in the government. India had provided considerable support for the British war effort, contributing men, materials, and money. This…
Making of the Constitution of India Part 1
The Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950, transforming the Dominion of India into the Republic of India. It was drafted, discussed, and finalized by the Constituent…
Government of India Act and Indian Councils Acts
The evolution of British governance in India was marked by significant legislative measures such as the Government of India Act of 1858 and the Indian Councils Acts of 1861 and…
Pitt’s India Act of 1784 Provisions, History, Significance
The Pitt's India Act of 1784, introduced by British Prime Minister William Pitt, was passed by parliament to address the earlier Regulating Act of 1773's shortcomings. The act aimed to…
Regulating Act of 1773: The Beginning of British Administrative Reforms in India
The British interference in Indian matters began in 1765 with the claim of 'Diwani rights' acquired after their victory in the Battle of Buxar. Following this battle, the East India…
Charter Acts 1793-1853 Key Reforms and Their Impact on East India Company
The Charter Acts (1793–1853) were a series of legislative measures enacted by the British Parliament to regulate the East India Company's operations and administration in India. These acts reflected the…
The Indian Independence Act of 1947: Provisions, Impact and Criticism
Lord Mountbatten (the last viceroy of India) came to India to facilitate the transfer of power, but the Indian National Congress (INC) and the Muslim League could not agree on…
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