The history of the West Bengal Legislature can be traced back to 18 January 1862 when under the Indian Councils Act of 1861, a 12 Member Legislative Council for Bengal Presidency was established by the Governor-General of British India with the Lt. Governor of Bengal and some nominated members.
The history of the West Bengal Legislature can be traced back to January 18, 1862, when the Indian Councils Act of 1861 established a 12-member Legislative Council for the Bengal Presidency under the Governor-General of British India. The council included members appointed by the Lt. Governor of Bengal and other nominated individuals.