Fill in the blank:
The Government of India Act 1919 created a bicameral central legislature with the Council of State and the ______.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Central Legislative Assembly.
The Government of India Act, 1919 introduced significant constitutional reforms in British India. One of its key features was the establishment of a bicameral central legislature, replacing the earlier unicameral system. This legislature consisted of two houses: the Council of State (upper house) and the Legislative Assembly (lower house). The Council of State had fewer members and a longer tenure, while the Legislative Assembly had more members with a shorter term and included a mix of elected and nominated representatives. Although this reform introduced limited representation and debate, real power still remained with the Governor-General and the British authorities, making it only a partial step toward responsible government in India.