UPSC Polity Question
In the federation established by the Government of India Act of 1935 residuary Power was given to the
A. Federal Legislature
B. Governor-General
C. Provincial Legislature
D. Provincial Governors
Correct Answer:
B. Governor-General
Explanation:
The Government of India Act of 1935 divided powers between the Centre and the provinces using three lists: Federal, Provincial, and Concurrent. The residuary powers, i.e., the power to legislate on subjects not mentioned in any of the three lists, were vested in the Governor-General.