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Quick Facts: Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms (1919)

When were the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms introduced?

The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms were introduced in 1919, leading to the enactment of the Government of India Act 1919.

What was the most significant feature of these Reforms?

The most significant feature was the introduction of Diarchy (or Dyarchy) in the provinces, dividing subjects into 'reserved' and 'transferred'.

Who were Montagu and Chelmsford?

Edwin Montagu was the Secretary of State for India, and Lord Chelmsford was the Viceroy of India at the time the report was prepared.

What does 'Diarchy' mean in the context of the Reforms?

Diarchy means a system of dual government in the provinces, where the Governor and his Executive Council governed reserved subjects, and elected ministers governed transferred subjects.