Question

Q. With reference to the classification of backward tracts under the Government of India Act of 1935, consider the following statements:

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A.
  1 only
• B.
  2 only
• C.
  Both 1 and 2
• D.
  Neither 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Neither 1 and 2

Explanation: Under the Government of India Act of 1935, the backward tracts were classified as 'Excluded' and 'Partially Excluded Areas'.

Statement 1 is incorrect: The Excluded Areas were placed under the provincial rule of the Governor acting in his direction.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The 'Partially Excluded Areas' were left within the ministerial Responsibility.