Morley MInto Reforms, 1906 (Section II)

                       Morley Minto Reforms

• Lord Minto and Secretary of State John Morley were convinced that the Indians were demanding for an increased share in government.
• So, they both worked together to draw up series of reforms.
• The main terms of Morley Minto reforms were:

1. Separate electorates for Muslims,
2. 1\3rd seats for Muslims in legislative council,
3. Muslim judges in courts,
4. Share of Jobs for Muslims.

• It was an important step by the British Government to provide concessions to Indian public for better understanding and corporation. 
• Increased seats in law making council provided Indian stronger voice in law making council.
• Separate electorates and Share of jobs for Muslims increased the political strength of Muslims.
• Share of jobs could improve the economic conditions of Muslims in the subcontinent. 
• Minto Morley provided legal rights of voice to the Indian public which improved their political position and Indians became more protected socially, politically and economically. 

• Hindus rejected and disliked the Reforms, as the political strength of Muslims increased
• Muslims were given high level jobs, which enhances their status, and Hindus didn't wanted this
• Equal seats were given to Muslims, which Hindus disliked
• 1|3rd seats were given to Muslims, now the can make laws of their own choice, however Hindus wanted Muslims to always depend on them.