challenge: What was the primary purpose of the Bank Charter Act of 1844 passed by Robert Peel's ministry?
  
  A. To suspend the Bank of England's operations during times of economic crisis
  B. To increase the supply of money in circulation
  C. To stabilize the British economy by regulating the Bank of England's banknotes
  D. To reduce the gold and silver reserves held by the Bank of England
  Answer: 