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Constitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)

51 questions in Modern History.

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2026 · Q8Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

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. Select the answer using the code given below :

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)1 and 2 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(d) 1, 2 and 3

2022 · Q51Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

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 :

  1. (a)1, 2 and 3
  2. (b)2, 3 and 4
  3. (c)1, 3 and 4
  4. (d)1, 2 and 4
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Official answer(c) 1, 3 and 4

2022 · Q54Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

With reference to the proposals of Cripps Mission, consider the following statements : 1. The Constituent Assembly would have members nominated by the Provincial Assemblies as well as the Princely States. 2. Any Province, which is not prepared to accept the new Constitution would have the right to sign a separate agreement with Britain regarding its future status. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 only
  3. (c)Both 1 and 2
  4. (d)Neither 1 nor 2
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Official answer(b) 2 only

2019 · Q4Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

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?

  1. (a)1 and 2 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)1 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(a) 1 and 2 only

2017 · Q26Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

The object of the Butler Committee of 1927 was to

  1. (a)Define the jurisdiction of the Central and Provincial Governments.
  2. (b)Define the powers of the Secretary of State for India.
  3. (c)Impose censorship on national press.
  4. (d)Improve the relationship between the Government of India and the Indian States.
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Official answer(d) Improve the relationship between the Government of India and the Indian States.

2017 · Q62Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)easy

In the context of Indian history, the principle of 'Dyarchy (diarchy)' refers to

  1. (a)Division of the central legislature into two houses.
  2. (b)Introduction of double government i.e., Central and State governments.
  3. (c)Having two sets of rulers; one in London and another in Delhi.
  4. (d)Division of the subjects delegated to the provinces into two categories.
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Official answer(d) Division of the subjects delegated to the provinces into two categories.

2013 · Q9Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)easy

With reference to Indian History, the Members of the Constituent Assembly from the Provinces were

  1. (a)directly elected by the people of those Provinces
  2. (b)nominated by the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League
  3. (c)elected by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies
  4. (d)selected by the Government for their expertise in constitutional matters
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Official answer(c) elected by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies

2013 · Q39Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)easy

The people of India agitated against the arrival of Simon Commission because

  1. (a)Indians never wanted the review of the working of the Act of 1919
  2. (b)Simon Commission recommended the abolition of Dyarchy in the Provinces
  3. (c)there was no Indian member in the Simon Commission
  4. (d)the Simon Commission suggested the partition of the country
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Official answer(c) there was no Indian member in the Simon Commission

2012 · Q27Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of the Government of India Act, 1919? 1. Introduction of dyarchy 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 codes given below :

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)1 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(c) 1 and 3 only

2011 · Q70Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

With reference to the period of Indian freedom struggle, which of the following was/were recommended by the Nehru report? 1. Complete Independence for India. 2. Joint electorates for reservation of seats for minorities. 3. Provision of fundamental rights for the people of India in the Constitution. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)1 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(b) 2 and 3 only

2010 · Q51Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)easy

With reference to Simon Commission’s recommendations, which one of the following statements is correct?

  1. (a)It recommended the replacement of diarchy with responsible government in the provinces
  2. (b)It proposed the setting up of inter-provincial council under the Home Department
  3. (c)It suggested the abolition of bicameral legislature at the Centre
  4. (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
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Official answer(a) It recommended the replacement of diarchy with responsible government in the provinces

2010 · Q54Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

After Quit India Movement, C. Rajagopalachari issued a pamphlet entitled "The Way Out". Which one of the following was a proposal in this pamphlet?

  1. (a)The establishment of a “War Advisory Council” composed of representatives of British India and the Indian States
  2. (b)Reconstitution of the Central Executive Council in such a way that all its members, except the Governor General and the Commander-in-Chief should be Indian leaders
  3. (c)Fresh elections to the Central and Provincial Legislatures to be held at the end of 1945 and the Constitution making body to be convened as soon as possible
  4. (d)A solution for the constitutional deadlock
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Official answer(d) A solution for the constitutional deadlock

2009 · Q48Modern HistoryConstitutional Developments & British Plans (1909-1947)moderate

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 ?

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 only
  3. (c)Both 1 and 2
  4. (d)Neither 1 nor 2
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Official answer(c) Both 1 and 2