Which of the following Acts provided for the establishment of a federal, provincial and joint public service commission, Reserve Bank of India and a federal court? 

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Government of India Act, 1935

Explanation:

• The Government of India Act, 1935 was a significant step towards constitutional reform in India. It provided for:

  • The establishment of the Federal, Provincial, and Joint Public Service Commissions.

  • The creation of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which was established in 1935.

  • The formation of the Federal Court of India, which later became the Supreme Court of India after independence.

Information Booster:

• The Government of India Act, 1935 was the longest act passed by the British Parliament regarding Indian governance.

• It also laid the foundation for a federal system of government in India, although it was never fully implemented due to limited autonomy for Indian provinces.

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was initially established to regulate currency and manage government finances.

Additional Information:

• Government of India Act, 1919 – Established the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, expanding the legislative council.

• Government of India Act, 1909 – Known as the Morley-Minto Reforms, it increased Indian participation in the legislative councils.