Local Self Government: Father of the Movement
The title 'Father of Local Self Government' in India is widely attributed to Lord Ripon.
Lord Ripon's Contribution
Lord Ripon served as the Viceroy of India from 1880 to 1884. His significant contribution lies in the introduction of the:
- Rural and Urban Local Government Acts of 1882-1884.
This legislative initiative is considered a landmark in the history of local governance in India because it:
- Empowered local bodies by granting them more autonomy.
- Introduced the principle of elected representation in municipal administration.
- Promoted decentralization of power from the central government to local levels.
His efforts laid the foundation for the development of local self-governing institutions in India.
Identifying the Correct Option
Based on historical contributions to local governance:
- Lord Minto is known for the Minto-Morley Reforms (1909).
- Lord Mayo introduced the first imperial financial decentralization (1870).
- Lord Ripon is recognized for promoting local self-government through his 1882 resolution and subsequent acts.
- Lord Curzon implemented significant administrative reforms but is not primarily associated with the 'Father of Local Self Government' title.
Therefore, Lord Ripon is the correct answer.
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Which Governor General of Bengal underwent impeachment proceedings in the British Parliament?
Consider the following statements related to Wellesley's administration:
1) In the six years of Wellesley's administration, the army accounted for 42.5 percent of the Company's total expenditure.
2) Wellesley's administrative measures were restricted to the affairs of the Company and had nothing to do with the commercial and military affairs of the Indian ruling families.
Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?Who among the following introduced the Permanent Settlement of Bengal in 1793?
Soon after the formation of Indian National Congress, the British became suspicious of nationalists. Who among the following called Congress representing only the elite --'a microscopic minority'?
The arms Act which disallowed Indians from having arms was passed in ______.
