The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States

The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the

  1. Montagu-Chelmsford Act, 1919
  2. Government of India Act, 1935
  3. Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909
  4. Indian Independence Act, 1947

Answer

The provisions of the Government of India Act 1935, though never implemented fully, had a great impact on the Constitution of India. Many key features of the constitution are directly taken from this Act. The act had provision of division of powers into three lists - Federal, Provincial and Concurrent.

The correct option is B.