Which one of the following Acts of British India strengthened the Viceroy’s authority over his executive council by substituting “portfolio” or departmental system for corporate functioning?
- AIndian Council Act, 1861Correct
- BGovernment of India Act, 1858
- CIndian Councils Act, 1892
- DIndian Councils Act, 1909
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