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The Montagu-Chelmsford Report formed the basis of:

(a)

the Indian Councils Act, 1909

(b)

the Government of India Act, 1919

(c)

the Government of India Act, 1935

(d)

the Indian Independence Act, 1947

Correct Answer

(b)

Explanation

The Montagu-Chelmsford Report advocated for dyarchy and greater provincial autonomy, which shaped the Government of India Act, 1919, a milestone in constitutional reforms. Option (b) is correct.