Q1. The office of the High Commissioner for India in London was created by which Act?
- Government of India Act, 1858
- Government of India Act, 1919
- Government of India Act, 1935
- Indian Independence Act, 1947
Correct Option: 2. Government of India Act, 1919.
Explanation: The 1919 Act created the office of the High Commissioner for India in London, transferring some duties from the Secretary of State to this new post, mainly for diplomatic and administrative coordination.
Q2. Under the Indian Independence Act, 1947, which of the following statements is true?
- The British Monarch retained veto power over Indian legislation
- Viceroy remained the supreme head
- India and Pakistan became independent dominions
- Governor-General was elected by the people
Correct Option: 3. India and Pakistan became independent dominions.
Explanation: The Indian Independence Act, 1947 led to the partition of British India into two independent dominions: India and Pakistan, effective 15 August 1947. The role of the Viceroy was abolished.
Q3. Which Act provided for the establishment of a Federal Court in India?
- Government of India Act, 1935
- Indian Independence Act, 1947
- Charter Act, 1833
- Government of India Act, 1919
Correct Option: 1. Government of India Act, 1935.
Explanation: The Federal Court of India was established under the Government of India Act, 1935 and was set up in 1937 to resolve disputes between provinces and interpret federal laws.
Q4. The Poona Pact of 1932 was related to which of the following?
- Establishment of the Reserve Bank of India
- Merger of Princely States
- Separate electorates for Muslims
- Representation of Depressed Classes
Correct Option: 4. Representation of Depressed Classes.
Explanation: The Poona Pact was signed between Gandhiji and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to replace separate electorates for Depressed Classes with reserved seats in joint electorates. It was a response to the Communal Award.
Q5. Which of the following Acts introduced bicameralism at the Centre for the first time?
- Government of India Act, 1858
- Indian Councils Act, 1909
- Government of India Act, 1919
- Government of India Act, 1935
Correct Option: 3. Government of India Act, 1919.
Explanation: The 1919 Act introduced a bicameral legislature at the Centre for the first time, consisting of the Council of State (Upper House) and the Legislative Assembly (Lower House), with some members elected directly.