HISTORY
MODERN INDIA
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1858
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1861
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Indian Councils Act 1861 was an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom that transformed the Viceroy of India’s executive council into a cabinet run on the portfolio system. The Governor-General could promulgate ordinances, without the concurrence of the legislative council, during and emergency.
Detailed explanation-2: -It is also known as the Council of the Governor-General of India. It was transformed from an advisory council into a cabinet consisting of five members heading revenue, military, law, finance and home by the Indian Councils Act 1861 giving recognition to the portfolio system introduced by Lord Canning in 1859.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Indian Councils Act 1861 was introduced by Lord Canning. The main objective of this Act was to create a council which is institutionalised and includes Indians. Through this Act, The British planned on seeking support from Indians.