ABSTRACT
Congress had in 1904 and 1905 put forward claims for extension of representation in the legislatures and the presence of Indians selected by the elected members of the councils on the executive councils in India and the secretary of state's council in London. Minto and Morley were prepared to meet these suggestions in some measure, but the preparation of proposals was a very lengthy business, partly owing to the very proper desire to consult important bodies and individuals in each province before taking decisions, and it was only in 19091 that legislation became possible. The reforms of 1909 failed in their object, if that was to cheek the propaganda for self-government. The government of India and the Home Government had decided on a far-reaching step, the removal of the capital of India to Delhi. The grounds for change were alleged to rest on the essential conditions which must govern future political development in India.
