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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

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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

Answer:

(c)

Core Books/NCERT

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.