Which of the following acts abolished the Diarchy System in the Provinces and introduced the provincial autonomy?

Correct option is C

The Government of India Act 1935 abolished the Diarchy system introduced by the Government of India Act 1919 and established provincial autonomy in British India. Under this Act, provinces were given more power and a responsible government was established in each province, separating the central and provincial subjects. The Act laid the foundation for the federal system in India.
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· It provided for the establishment of an All India Federation.
· The Act proposed a bicameral legislature in six provinces.
· It marked the beginning of the devolution of power from the British to Indians.
· The Act was a precursor to India’s federal structure after independence.
· Provincial autonomy was a key demand of Indian leaders.
· Despite granting autonomy, the British retained significant control.
Additional Information:
· Government of India Act 1909: Introduced separate electorates and expanded the legislative councils.
· Government of India Act 1919: Introduced Diarchy in provinces, dividing subjects into transferred and reserved.
· Government of India Act 1935: Introduced provincial autonomy and ended Diarchy.
· Government of Indian Independence Act 1947: Granted independence to India and Pakistan.