Modern History
2018
Constitutional Developments
British Governor Generals
Regulating Acts
In the Federation established by The Government of India Act of 1935, residuary powers were given to the
A.Federal Legislature
C.Provincial Legislature
B.Governor General
D.Provincial Governors
Correct Answer: Option B
Under the Government of India Act of 1935, the residuary legislative powers (powers not explicitly assigned to either the federal or provincial legislatures) were vested in the Governor-General.
Therefore, the Governor-General held the residuary powers.
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