Constitutional History of Pakistan
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81
Which district of Assam was separated and given to East Pakistan?
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Option B
Explanation
Sylhet (except Karimganj sub-division) was transferred to East Pakistan following a referendum.
82
The 'Independence Medal' was instituted by:
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Option B
Explanation
King George VI instituted the Indian Independence Medal to commemorate the event for the armed forces.
83
The decision to partition the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) was taken based on:
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Option B
Explanation
A referendum was held in the NWFP to decide whether to join India or Pakistan.
84
Who was the last Secretary of State for India?
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Option B
Explanation
The Earl of Listowel (William Hare) was the last person to hold the office of Secretary of State for India.
85
The Radcliffe Line was published on:
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Option C
Explanation
The award was ready by August 12 but was officially published on August 17, 1947, to avoid marring the independence ceremonies.
86
Under Section 2 of the Act, which territory was excluded from the new Province of East Bengal?
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Option C
Explanation
The Act implicitly kept Andaman and Nicobar Islands with India (West Bengal context/Union), despite Pakistan's claims; they were not part of the split province definitions.
87
Who was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army (taking over in 1949)?
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Option A
Explanation
General K.M. Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in January 1949.
88
The Indian Independence Act allowed the Governor-General to remain in office until:
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Option A
Explanation
He held office during the King's pleasure, effectively until the transition to a Republic or appointment of a successor, pending the new constitution.
89
Which portfolio did Sardar Patel hold in the first Cabinet of independent India?
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Option B
Explanation
He was the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Home, Information & Broadcasting, and States.
90
Who became the first Governor of West Bengal in independent India?
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Option A
Explanation
C. Rajagopalachari served as the first Governor of West Bengal from Aug 15, 1947, before becoming Governor-General.
91
Who was the first Governor of East Bengal (Pakistan)?
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Option B
Explanation
Sir Frederick Burrows was the last Governor of undivided Bengal; Sir Frederick Bourne became Governor of East Bengal (Correction: Sir Frederick Bourne was Governor of East Bengal. Burrows resigned).
92
The 'Instrument of Accession' had to be signed by:
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Option A
Explanation
It was an agreement signed between the Ruler of the Princely State and the Governor-General of the Dominion.
93
The Partition of India created a problem of:
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Option A
Explanation
It triggered one of the largest mass migrations in history and a massive refugee crisis.
94
Which of the following bodies ceased to exist after August 15, 1947?
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Option A
Explanation
The office of the Crown Representative (which dealt with Princely States) was abolished as paramountcy lapsed.
95
The division of the Indian Civil Service (ICS) personnel was based on:
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Option B
Explanation
Civil servants were given the option to serve either India or Pakistan.
96
Which leader of the Muslim League became the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?
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Option B
Explanation
Liaquat Ali Khan became the first Prime Minister of Pakistan.
97
The Indian Independence Act 1947 provided for the withdrawal of British forces. The title of the British monarch changed from 'King-Emperor' to:
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Option B
Explanation
The Imperial title was dropped, reverting to the royal style, though he remained 'King' of the Dominions until they became Republics.
98
The last British Governor of the United Provinces (UP) after independence was:
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Option A
Explanation
Sarojini Naidu became the first Governor of UP (United Provinces) on August 15, 1947.
99
Who was the first Indian to hold the portfolio of Education in Independent India?
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Option A
Explanation
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was the first Education Minister.
100
Which Section of the Act granted the Dominion Legislatures the power to repeal British Acts?
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Option A
Explanation
Section 6(2) of the Act empowered the legislatures to repeal or amend any Act of the UK Parliament extending to the Dominion.
