Self-government

The Indian Councils Act of 1861: A Step Towards Limited Representation and the Seeds of Self-Governance The Indian Councils Act of 1861, also known as the Council of India Act 1861, marked a significant turning point in the evolution of British India’s political landscape. While it did not grant full self-governance, it introduced elements of … Read more

The Indian Councils Act of 1892: A Step Towards Limited Representation and the Rise of Indian Nationalism The Indian Councils Act of 1892, passed by the British Parliament, marked a significant turning point in the evolution of India’s political landscape. While seemingly a minor amendment to the existing framework, it introduced elements of limited representation … Read more