Who is called the father of Local Self-Government in India?

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1. Identify the reforms: The title "father of Local Self-Government in India" refers to the British official who promoted elected local bodies and devolution of authority to municipalities and district boards.

2. Historical fact: Lord Ripon, Viceroy of India from $1880$ to $1884$, introduced the famous Ripon Resolution on local self-government in $1882$, encouraging elective principles in municipal institutions and strengthening local self-government.

3. Contrast with others: Lord Cornwallis is known for the Permanent Settlement (revenue), Lord Wellesley for territorial expansion, and Lord William Bentinck for social and administrative reforms — none are credited with pioneering local self-government.

Conclusion: The correct answer is Lord Ripon (option c).

FINAL_ANSWER: c

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