GS PrelimsHistory (Modern India)Government of India (GOI) Act 19352000

Which one of the following is not a feature of the Government of India Act of 1935?

A

Diarchy at the Centre as well as in the provinces

B

A bicameral legislature

C

Provincial autonomy

D

An All-India Federation

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1. The question asks to identify which statement is not a feature of the Government of India Act of 1935. 2. Statement (A) is incorrect. The Act abolished Diarchy in the provinces and introduced Provincial autonomy. While it proposed Diarchy at the Centre, it did not establish diarchy in the provinces; it ended it there. 3. Statement (B) is a feature. The Act proposed a bicameral legislature at the Centre and introduced bicameralism in several provinces. 4. Statement (C) is a key feature. The Act granted Provincial autonomy. 5. Statement (D) is a feature. The Act envisaged the creation of an All-India Federation, although this provision was never implemented.

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