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Browse complete papersThe Indian Councils Act of 1909, also known as the Morley-Minto Reforms, primarily introduced:
Complete self-governance for India.
The system of separate electorates for Muslims.
The abolition of the East India Company.
The establishment of a federal court in India.
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Complete self-governance for India.
The legislative framework established by the British Raj in India, particularly through acts like the Indian Councils Acts and the Government of India Acts, progressively introduced elements of Indian representation. However, these reforms were often strategically designed with underlying objectives. Which of the following best synthesizes the primary, overarching strategic objective behind the gradual inclusion of Indian representation in these legislative bodies?
To genuinely empower Indian self-governance and pave the way for a swift and complete transfer of power based on democratic principles.
To effectively co-opt emerging nationalist sentiments by providing limited avenues for participation, thereby maintaining British control while appearing responsive to Indian demands.
To foster a unified Indian identity and encourage collaboration across different religious and regional groups in the legislative process.
To primarily enhance the efficiency and legitimacy of British administration by incorporating local knowledge and perspectives in policy formulation.
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To genuinely empower Indian self-governance and pave the way for a swift and complete transfer of power based on democratic principles.
Under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), which major procedural reform has been introduced?
No scope for FIRs
Mandatory use of video recording in search and seizure
Removal of police remand
Trial in absentia made mandatory
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No scope for FIRs
What is the purpose of digitizing evidence collection under Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam?
Delay trials
Eliminate witness testimonies
Increase cost
Improve accuracy and reduce tampering
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Delay trials
Who was appointed as the Attorney General of India in 2022 for a period of 3 years?
K.K. Venugopal
R. Venkataramani
Mukul Rohatgi
Harish Salve
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K.K. Venugopal
The Speaker of Lok Sabha who was re-elected for a second term in June 2024 is:
Om Birla
Meira Kumar
Sumitra Mahajan
Venkaiah Naidu
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Om Birla
Who was appointed as the chairperson of the 23rd Law Commission of India in April 2025?
Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Justice Hima Kohli
Justice Dinesh Maheshwari
Justice Joymalya Bagchi
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Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Who among the following was a revolutionary leader during the Telangana rebellion and worked actively against the feudal landlords?
Chityala Ilamma
Rukmini Lakshmipathi
Baru Alivelamma
Maganti Annapurna Devi
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Chityala Ilamma
Who was the oldest retired fighter pilot of the Indian Air Force who passed away in April, 2024?
Mehar Singh
D. S. Majithia
Subroto Mukerjee
K.K. Majumdar
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Mehar Singh
Who was the first Indian to win an Olympic medal in badminton?
P V Sindhu
Saina Nehwal
Dipankar Bhattacharjee
Madhumita Bisht
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P V Sindhu