NDA 2025 · PYQ · Modern Indian History / Governors-General · easy
Who, among the following, has introduced a resolution in 1882 which is also called the Magna Carta of Local Self-Government in India?
A.Lord Macaulay
B.Lord Canning
C.Lord Ripon✓ Correct
D.Lord William Bentinck
Explanation
Lord Ripon introduced the Resolution on Local Self-Government in 1882, which is regarded as the Magna Carta of Local Self-Government in India. The resolution aimed at developing local self-government through municipal and district boards with elected non-official majorities. Lord Ripon is therefore known as the 'Father of Local Self-Government in India'.
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