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1857 & Aftermath
Question No. 192Interactive Test Mode
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Q192. In the context of Indian history, the principle of ‘dyarchy (diarchy)’ refers to:

In the context of Indian history, the principle of ‘dyarchy (diarchy)’ refers to:

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Correct Answer: Option (D) — division of the subjects delegated to the provinces into two categories.

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Under the Government of India Act 1919, 'dyarchy' (rule of two) was introduced in the provinces. Provincial subjects were divided into two categories: 'Reserved subjects' (governed directly by the Governor and his Executive Council without responsibility to the legislature) and 'Transferred subjects' (administered by the Governor with the advice of elected Indian ministers).

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2017 (Q192)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicModern History → 1857 & Aftermath
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — division of the subjects delegated to the provinces into two categories.

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2017 Q192

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2017 GS Paper I Question 192 (Modern History)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2017 Modern History (1857 & Aftermath) question is Option (D): "division of the subjects delegated to the provinces into two categories.". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2017 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Modern History" and micro-topic "1857 & Aftermath". You can explore all repeated questions from 1857 & Aftermath in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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