Multiple choice

Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?

  1. British Constitution

  2. The US Constitution

  3. Irish Constitution

  4. The Government of India Act 1935
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Explanation

The Government of India Act 1935 provided the basic framework for the Indian Constitution, including the federal structure, provincial autonomy, and emergency provisions. The Indian Constituent Assembly extensively borrowed from this Act while adapting it to Indian needs and incorporating democratic principles. While other constitutions influenced specific provisions, the 1935 Act was the foundational document.

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