History & Civics
Name the Viceroy who was responsible for granting separate representation to the Muslims in 1909. What is meant by Separate (Communal) Electorates?
Answer
The Viceroy, Lord Minto was responsible for granting separate representation to the Muslims in 1909.
The system of separate electorates implied that 'communities' should serve as the basis for representation. In other words, the Muslims would vote for Muslim candidates and the Hindus for the Hindu candidates.
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