The concept of provincial autonomy was introduced in British India by which of the following acts?
A. Indian Independence Act 1947
B. Government of India Act 1919
C. Indian Councils Act 1909
D. Government of India Act 1935
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Government of India Act 1935 abolished dyarchy at the provincial level and introduced provincial autonomy, giving provinces independent executive authority.
Explanation:
The Aundh Experiment in a princely state in Maharashtra (1938) was an attempt at Gandhian Village Swaraj, with the ruler voluntarily granting power to a constitution and promoting self-governance.
Explanation:
The Indian Independence Act was passed on 18 July 1947 and received royal assent on the same day. It partitioned British India into two independent dominions, India and Pakistan, effective from 15 August 1947.
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