UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2018

In the Federation established by The Government of India Act of 1935, residuary powers were given to the:

  1. Federal Legislature
  2. Governor General
  3. Provincial Legislature
  4. Provincial Governors

Answer

Correct Answer

Governor General

Explanation

Under the Government of India Act, 1935, residuary legislative powers were not vested in the federal or provincial legislatures; the Governor-General could empower either to legislate on residuary subjects, acting in his discretion.

Topics: constitutional developments, government of india act 1935 residuary powers, history, modern india