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Question

Which one of the following acts empowered the Governor General of India to issue ordinances?

  1. Charter Act of 1833
  2. Indian Council Act of 1861
  3. Indian Council Act of 1992
  4. Indian Council Act of 1909

Answer:

Option B: Indian Council Act of 1861

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Indian Council Act of 1861”.

Indian Council Act of 1861 granted the Governor-General of India the power to issue ordinances under certain circumstances, particularly during emergencies.