Correct option is A
The correct answer is:
A. 1935
Explanation:
The concept of Provincial Autonomy was introduced under the Government of India Act of 1935. This act was a landmark in India's constitutional development as it significantly altered the governance structure in British India.
Key Feature of Provincial Autonomy (Government of India Act, 1935) is
Division of Powers:
The Act divided subjects into Federal, Provincial, and Concurrent Lists.
Provinces were granted autonomy in subjects listed under the Provincial List, reducing interference from the central government.
Proposed an All-India Federation, which was never implemented.
Information Booster:
Comparison of 1909 and 1919 Acts:
Feature | 1909 Act (Morley-Minto) | 1919 Act (Montagu-Chelmsford) |
|---|---|---|
Electorates | Introduced separate electorates for Muslims. | Expanded electorate but still limited. |
Governance | Allowed Indians in councils but limited powers. | Introduced Dyarchy in provinces. |
Legislature | Unicameral legislature. | Bicameral legislature at the center. |
Significance | Laid the foundation for communal politics. | Step toward self-governance but insufficient. |
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