Q. Which of the following statement is NOT correct about the Government of India Act, 1919?

[A] A bicameral arrangement was introduced at central level.

[B] Council of State had tenure of 3 years and had only male members.

[C] The legislators could ask questions and pass adjournment motions and vote a part of the budget.

[D] The lower house or Central Legislative Assembly would consist of 145 members.

Answer: B
Notes:

A bicameral arrangement was introduced. The lower house or Central Legislative Assembly would consist of 145 members (41 nominated and 104 elected— 52 General, 30 Muslims, 2 Sikhs, 20 Special) and the upper house or Council of State would have 60 members, of which 26 were to be nominated and 34 elected—20 General, 10 Muslims, 3 Europeans and 1 Sikh.  

  • The Council of State had tenure of 5 years and had only male members, while the Central Legislative Assembly had tenure of 3 years. 
  • The legislators could ask questions and supplementary, pass adjournment motions and vote a part of the budget, but 75 per cent of the budget was still not votable. 
  • Some Indians found their way into important committees including finance. 

Source: Spectrum Modern India. 

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