In the Government of India Act 1919, the functions of Provincial Government were divided into “Reserved” and “Transferred” subjects. Which of the following were treated as “Reserved” subjects? 1. Administration of Justice 2. Local self-Government 3. Land Revenue 4. Police Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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Correct answer: 1, 3 and 4. The Government of India Act 1919 introduced the system of ‘dyarchy’ in provincial governance. It divided subjects into two categories: reserved and transferred. Reserved subjects like law and order, land revenue, administration of justice, finance, and police were controlled by the governor and his executive council of bureaucrats. Transferred subjects like education, health, and local self-government were managed by ministers elected from the legislative council. This was aimed at increasing Indian representation in the government, though real power remained with the British. The Act came into effect in 1921. Key Features of the Government of India Act 1919 Act  Bicameral Legislature: The Indian legislature was now composed of:  Council of State (Upper House): Partially elected.  Legislative Assembly (Lower House): Majority elected, but with limited powers.  Increased Participation of Indians: The number of Indians in government increased, but British officials retained veto power.  Separate Electorates Extended: More communities (such as Sikhs, Angl

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