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The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the

(a)

Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909

(b)

Montagu-Chelmsford Act, 1919

(c)

Government of India Act, 1935

(d)

Indian Independence Act, 1947

Correct Answer

(c)

Explanation

Option (c) is correct: The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States is based on the Government of India Act, 1935, which influenced the federal structure of the Indian Constitution.

Microtheme: "Council Acts, Commissions" —
24 questions asked in Prelims in the past.

  1. [2026] Consider the following assertion: ‘The genesis of political alliances based on community lay in the very nature of the Montague-Chelmsford Reforms, 1919.’
    Which of the following statements support/supports the above assertion?
    1. Reforms retained and extended the principle of separate electorates.
    2. Separate electorates were supposed to counter Indian nationalism, which was growing stronger.
    3. Deprived classes rallied around the favours inherent in separate electorates.

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 and 3 only
    • (c) 1 and 2 only
    • (d) 1, 2 and 3
    Correct Answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3
  2. [2024] Who was the Provisional President of the Constituent Assembly before Dr. Rajendra Prasad took over?

    • (a) C Rajgopalachari
    • (b) Dr B R Ambedkar
    • (c) T.T.Krishnamachari
    • (d) Dr Sachidanand Sinha*
    Correct Answer: (D) Dr Sachidanand Sinha*
  3. [2024] With reference to the Government of India Act, 1935, consider the following statements:
    1. It provided for the establishment of an All India Federation based on the union of the British Indian Provinces and Princely States.
    2. Defence and Foreign Affairs were kept under the control of the federal legislature.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 only
    • (c) Both 1 and 2
    • (d) Neither 1 nor 2
    Correct Answer: (A) 1 only
  4. [2023] By which one of the following Acts was the Governor General of Bengal designated as the Governor General of India?

    • (a) The Regulating Act
    • (b) The Pitt's India Act
    • (c) The Charter Act of 1793
    • (d) The Charter Act of 1833
    Correct Answer: (D) The Charter Act of 1833
  5. [2023] Consider the following statements in respect of the Constitution Day:
    Statement-I:
    The Constitution Day is celebrated on 26th November every year to promote constitutional values among citizens.
    Statement-II:
    On 26th Novemer, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution of India.
    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

    • (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
    • (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
    • (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
    • (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
    Correct Answer: (C) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
  6. [2022] In the Government of India Act 1919, the functions of Provincial Government were divided into “Reserved” and “Transferred” subjects. Which of the following were treated as “Reserved” subjects ?
    1. Administration of Justice
    2. Local Self-Government
    3. Land Revenue
    4. Police
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    • (a) 1, 2 and 3
    • (b) 2, 3 and 4
    • (c) 1, 3 and 4
    • (d) 1, 2 and 4
    Correct Answer: (C) 1, 3 and 4
  7. [2021] Consider the following statements:
    1.The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919 recommended granting voting rights to all women above the age of 21.
    2.The Government of India Act of 1935 gave women reserved seats in the legislature.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 only
    • (c) Both 1 and 2
    • (d) Neither 1 nor 2
    Correct Answer: (B) 2 only
  8. [2019] Consider the following statements about ‘the Charter Act of 1813’:
    1. It ended the trade monopoly of the East India Company in India except for trade in tea and trade with China.
    2. It asserted the sovereignty of the British Crown over the Indian territories held by the Company.
    3. The revenues of India were now controlled by the British Parliament.
    Which of the statements given above are correct?

    • (a) 1 and 2 only
    • (b) 2 and 3 only
    • (c) 1 and 3 only
    • (d) 1, 2 and 3
    Correct Answer: (A) 1 and 2 only
  9. [2018] In the Federation established by The Government of India Act of 1935, residuary powers were given to the

    • (a) Federal Legislature
    • (b) Governor General
    • (c) Provincial Legislature
    • (d) Provincial Governors
    Correct Answer: (B) Governor General
  10. [2018] Which of the following led to the introduction of English Education in India?
    1. Charter Act of 1813
    2. General Committee of Public Instruction, 1823
    3. Orientalist and Anglicist Controversy
    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    • (a) 1 and 2 only
    • (b) 2 only
    • (c) 1 and 3 only
    • (d) 1,2 and3
    Correct Answer: (D) 1,2 and3
  11. [2017] In the context of Indian history, the-principle of ‘Dyarchy (diarchy)’ refers to

    • (a) Division of the central legislature into two houses.
    • (b) Introduction of double government i.e.; Central and State governments.
    • (c) Having two sets of rulers; one in London and another in Delhi.
    • (d) Division of the subjects delegated to the provinces into two categories.
    Correct Answer: (D) Division of the subjects delegated to the provinces into two categories.
  12. [2016] The Montague-Chelmsford Proposals were related to

    • (a) social reforms
    • (b) educational reforms
    • (c) reforms in police administration
    • (d) constitutional reforms
    Correct Answer: (D) constitutional reforms
  13. [2015] With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is/are correct?
    (1) It recommended a federal government
    (2) It enlarged the powers of the Indian courts.
    (3) It provided for more Indians in the ICS.
    Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 and 3
    • (c) 1 and 3
    • (d) None
    Correct Answer: (A) 1 only
  14. [2015] The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined

    • (a) the seperation of power between the judiciary and the legislature
    • (b) the jurisdiction of the central and provincial governments
    • (c) the powers of the Secretary of State for India and the Viceroy
    • (d) None of the above
    Correct Answer: (B) the jurisdiction of the central and provincial governments
  15. [2013] With reference to Indian History, the members of the Constituent Assembly from the Provinces were

    • (a) directly elected by the people of those Provinces
      s
    • (b) nominated by the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League
    • (c) elected by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies
    • (d) selected by the Government for their expertise in constitutional matter
    Correct Answer: (C) elected by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies
  16. [2012] The Rowlatt Act aimed at:

    • (a) Compulsory economic support to war efforts.
    • (b) Imprisonment without trial and summary procedures for trial.
    • (c) Suppression of the Khilafat Movement.
    • (d) Imposition of restrictions freedom of the press.
    Correct Answer: (B) Imprisonment without trial and summary procedures for trial.
  17. [2012] Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of the Government of India Act, 1919?
    1. Introduction of diarchy in the executive government of the provinces
    2. Introduction of separate communal electorates for Muslims
    3. Devolution of legislative authority by the centre to the provinces
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 and 3 only
    • (c) 1 and 3 only
    • (d) 1, 2 and 3
    Correct Answer: (C) 1 and 3 only
  18. [2012] The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the

    • (a) Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909
    • (b) Montagu-Chelmsford Act, 1919
    • (c) Government of India Act, 1935
    • (d) Indian Independence Act, 1947
    Correct Answer: (C) Government of India Act, 1935
  19. [2010] With reference to Simon Commission’s recommendations, which one of the following statement is correct?

    • (a) It recommended the replacement of diarchy with responsible government in the provinces
    • (b) It proposed the setting up of interprovincial council under the home department
    • (c) It suggested the abolition of bicameral legislature at the centre
    • (d) It recommended the creation of Indian Police Service with a provision for increased pay and allowances for British recruits as compared to Indian recruits
    Correct Answer: (A) It recommended the replacement of diarchy with responsible government in the provinces
  20. [2010] The ‘Instrument of Instructions’ contained in the Government of India Act 1935 have been incorporated in the Constitution of India in the year 1950 as

    • (a) Fundamental rights
    • (b) Directive Principles of State Policy
    • (c) Extent of executive power of State
    • (d) Conduct of business of the Government of India
    Correct Answer: (B) Directive Principles of State Policy
  21. [2009] Consider the following statements :
    1. The discussions in the Third Round Table Conference eventually led to the passing of the Government of India Act of 1935.
    2. The Government of India Act of 1935 provided for the establishment of an All India Federation to be based on a Union of the provinces of British India and the Princely States.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    • (a) 1 only
    • (b) 2 only
    • (c) Both 1 and 2
    • (d) Neither 1 nor 2
    Correct Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
  22. [2008] Which one of the following suggested the reconstitution of the Viceroy’s Executive Council in which all the portfolios including that of War Members were to be held by the Indian leader?

    • (a) Simon Commission
    • (b) Simla Conference
    • (c) Cripps Proposal
    • (d) Cabinet Mission
    Correct Answer: (B) Simla Conference
  23. [2007] The first Factory Act restricting the working hours of women and children and authorizing local governments to make necessary rules was adopted during whose time?

    • (a) Lord Lytton
    • (b) Lord Bentinck
    • (c) Lord Ripon
    • (d) Lord Canning
    Correct Answer: (C) Lord Ripon
  24. [2003] Which one of the following provisions was NOT made in the Charter Act of 1833?

    • (a) The trading activities of the East India Company were to be abolished.
    • (b) The designation of the supreme authority was to be changed as the Governor-General of India in Council.
    • (c) All law-making powers to be conferred on Governor-General in Council.
    • (d) An Indian was to be appointed as a Law Member in the Governor-General’s Council.
    Correct Answer: (D) An Indian was to be appointed as a Law Member in the Governor-General’s Council.