UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank The British Rule and India's Constitutional Development

Consider the following statements with regard to the Cornwallis s Code of 1793 and choose the correct code given below:

1. The code was based on the principle of separation of powers.

2. Harmonization of pay between the Company's forces and those of the Crown.

3. A gradation of civil courts was introduced.

4. Separation of revenue and justice administration

Select the correct code:

A) 1, 2, 3

B) 1, 2, 4

C) 1, 3, 4

D) 2, 3, 4

Correct Answer: D

Solution :

The Cornwallis Code was not associated with the principle of separation of powers.