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The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919: Key Provisions and Impact

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The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919, commonly known as the Government of India Act, 1919, marked a significant shift in British colonial governance in India. These reforms were introduced by Edwin Montagu (Secretary of State for India) and Lord Chelmsford (Viceroy of India) to appease growing nationalist demands for greater self-governance. The reforms introduced the concept…

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The Evolution and Impact of the “Basic Structure Doctrine” of the Indian Constitution

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Introduction The “Basic Structure Doctrine” of the Indian Constitution is one of the most significant and debated legal principles in India’s constitutional law. It asserts that the Constitution of India has certain fundamental features or principles, which cannot be altered or destroyed by any amendments. This doctrine ensures that the basic framework and principles of…

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