The United Kingdom’s Parliament passed the 1947 Indian Independence Act, which partitioned British India into two new independent republics, India and Pakistan. On July 18, 1947, the Act received Royal Assent, and on August 15, 1947, India and Pakistan were founded, with the West (modern-day Pakistan) and East (modern-day Bangladesh) territories. Historical Background of the…
Causes for the act’s emergence On the question of the income tax bill, there is a disagreement between the supreme government and the government of Madras. Doubts raised about the legality of laws introduced in non-regulation provinces without legislative council approval. Provisions of the Indian Council act 1861 Following are the maIn Provisions of the…
There was a growing demand for constitutional reforms in india by indian leaders. India’s support for Britain during World War I also increased British recognition of the need for more Indians to be involved in the government of their own country. The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on the facts and considerations of…
The Montague-Chelmsford Reforms, also known as the Mont-Ford Reforms, were implemented by the British colonial government in India to bring self-rule to the country. Edwin Samuel Montagu and Lord Chelmsford were the names given to these innovations. The former served as Secretary of State for India, while the latter served as Viceroy of India between…
The Indian Council Act 1909 , also known as the Morley Minto Reforms, was passed in 1909. In December 1905, John Morley, an advocate, was appointed as the new Secretary of State. He argued that quick constitutional reforms were required to stem the rising tide of nationalism and anti-British sentiment in India. He discussed this…
The charter act of 1853 introdused second,third and fourth law commission which are as followings ; Second Law Commission | Charter act of 1853 The second law commission was appointed on november 29, 1853 for a period of 3 years under the chairmanship of sir john romilly. There were seven members in law commission. This…