Indian History·Key Changes
Return to India — Key Changes
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| Entry | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government of India Act 1919 | 1919 | Also known as Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, this act introduced the system of dyarchy in provinces and expanded legislative councils, representing the first major constitutional change after Gandhi's return. | Created new political opportunities and challenges that Gandhi would navigate in his early campaigns, influencing his approach to constitutional versus extra-constitutional methods. |