30.Government of India Act 1935 and Provincial Election (1937) Flashcards
When was the Third Round Table Conference held?
The Third Round Table Conference was held from November 17, 1932, to December 24, 1932.
Which prominent political party refused to attend the Third Round Table Conference?
The Indian National Congress refused to attend the Third Round Table Conference.
Why did the Indian National Congress refuse to attend the conference?
The Indian National Congress leaders were imprisoned for their involvement in the Civil Disobedience Movement and salt Satyagraha.
What was the key outcome of the Third Round Table Conference?
The key outcome of the conference was the issuance of the “White Paper” by the government, which served as the basis for the Government of India Act 1935.
Who proposed the name “Pakistan” during the Third Round Table Conference?
Chaudhary Rahmat Ali, a college student, proposed the name “Pakistan” for the new land carved out of India specifically for Muslims.
Which Muslim leaders attended the Third Round Table Conference?
Muslim leaders such as Muhammad Ali, Agha Khan, Fazlul Haq, and Jinnah attended the conference.
What was the major setback of the Third Round Table Conference?
The absence of political leaders and Maharajas resulted in no important issues being discussed during the conference.
What led to the consultation with Indian Community Representatives at the Round Table conference?
The dissatisfaction with the Simon Commission Report led to the consultation with Indian Community Representatives at the Round Table conference.
Why were the Round Table Conferences considered a failure?
The Round Table Conferences were considered a failure because they were unable to fulfill their goal.
What was the significance of the white paper released in 1933?
The white paper released in 1933 served as the basis for the recommendations of the Government of India Act and initiated the process of drafting India’s constitution.
Who chaired the committee responsible for considering the recommendations of the white paper?
Lord Linlithgow, the viceroy of India, chaired the committee responsible for considering the recommendations of the white paper.
What type of government did the Government of India Act of 1935 lay down?
The Government of India Act of 1935 laid down a responsible and federal form of government for India.
What were the key sources from which the Government of India Act, 1935 derived material?
The Government of India Act, 1935 derived material from four key sources: the Report of the Simon Commission, discussions at the Third Round Table Conference, the White Paper of 1933, and the reports of the Joint Select Committees.
What was the primary objective of the Government of India Act, 1935?
The primary objective of the Government of India Act, 1935 was to provide Indians with the responsible government they needed.
What was the attempt made by the Act regarding the princely states of India?
The Act made an effort to unite and link the princely states of India to the country’s constitutional framework for the first time.
What did the Government of India Act, 1935 establish in terms of governance?
The Act established an All-India Federation, which included British Indian Provinces and Indian States.
What was the requirement for a state to join the federation under the Act?
It was at the discretion of the state whether it wanted to join the federation established by the Government of India Act, 1935.
Was the federation created as envisioned by the Act?
No, the required number of princely states did not join the federation, so it could not be created.
What did the Act introduce in terms of provincial governance?
The Act marked the beginning of Provincial Autonomy, allowing provinces to act as autonomous units of administration in their defined spheres.
What was the significance of the establishment of responsible governments in provinces?
The Act established responsible governments in provinces, where governors were obligated to act on the advice of ministers who were accountable to the provincial legislature.
When did the establishment of responsible governments in provinces come into effect, and when was it discontinued?
It came into effect in 1937 and was discontinued in 1939.
What was the purpose of the division of subjects under the Government of India Act, 1935?
The division of subjects aimed to allocate legislative powers between the Centre and the Provinces.
How many lists were introduced for the division of subjects?
Three lists were introduced: the Federal list, the Provincial list, and the Concurrent list.
How many items were included in the Federal list?
The Federal list consisted of 59 items.
What types of subjects were placed on the Provincial list?
Subjects mainly of local interest were placed on the Provincial list, and the Provincial Legislatures had the authority to legislate on them.
What was the purpose of the Concurrent list?
The Concurrent list included subjects primarily of Provincial interests but requiring uniformity of treatment across the country.
What happened in the event of a disagreement between federal and provincial legislation?
If there was a disagreement, federal law would take precedence.
How was the allocation of legislative rights on subjects not included in the lists resolved?
The Governor General was authorized to allocate, at his discretion, the right to legislate on subjects not included in the lists to either the Centre or the province.
