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Q. Which act gave recognition to the ‘portfolio system’ introduced by Lord Canning in 1859?
Answer: Indian Councils Act, 1861
Notes: The Indian Councils Act, 1861 recognized the portfolio system introduced by Lord Canning. Under this system, a member of the Viceroy’s council was made in-charge of one or more departments of the government and was authorized to issue final orders on behalf of the council on matters of this department.

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