The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was passed during the tenure of which Viceroy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was passed during the tenure of which Viceroy?
A. Lord John Lawrence
B. Lord Elgin
C. Lord Canning
D. Lord Mayo
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was passed during the tenure of Lord Canning. It expanded the Executive Council and allowed for the inclusion of Indians as non-official members.

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