Question

Which British official is considered the pioneer of local self-governance in India and is associated with the "Magna Carta of local democracy"?

• A. Lord Dalhousie
• B. Lord Ripon
• C. Lord Curzon
• D. Lord Mayo

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Lord Ripon

Lord Ripon is known as the "Father of Local Self-Government" in India. In 1882, his reforms provided a democratic framework to local governance institutions, mandating elected non-official members in the municipal boards