Indian Council Act of 1909 is also called as : 

Key Points

• The Indian Council Act of 1909 is popularly known as the Morley-Minto Reforms.
• It introduced separate electorates for Muslims, marking the beginning of communal representation in India.
• Lord Morley was the Secretary of State for India, and Lord Minto was the Viceroy during this period.
• The Act expanded the legislative councils at both the central and provincial levels, allowing Indians limited participation in governance.

Additional Information

• Montague-Chelmsford Reforms: These reforms were introduced through the Government of India Act of 1919. They established a system of dyarchy in the provinces, where certain subjects were transferred to Indian ministers. However, key powers remained with the British authorities.
• Charter Act: There were several Charter Acts passed between 1793 and 1853, primarily regulating the East India Company's commercial and administrative activities. The Charter Act of 1833 marked the end of the company's trade monopoly, while the Charter Act of 1853 initiated competitive examinations for Indian Civil Services.
• Act of Good Government: This term is generally associated with the Government of India Act of 1858, which transferred the administration of India from the East India Company to the British Crown, following the Revolt of 1857.