In which year was the Diarchy (dyarchy) system introduced in the Indian subcontinent?

Correct answer: 1919. The Government of India Act 1919 (Montagu–Chelmsford Reforms) introduced diarchy in the provinces.

Background: Diarchy meant “dual rule”: some subjects were “transferred” to Indian ministers, while others stayed “reserved” for the British governor.

• 1909: 1909 is the year of the Morley–Minto Reforms (separate electorates).
• 1935: 1935 is the year of the Government of India Act that gave provincial autonomy.
• 1950: 1950 is the year the Indian constitution came into force.

Did you know? Education and health were transferred subjects, while law and order and finance were reserved.

Memory trick: 1919 = Diarchy.