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Q. Provincial autonomy was introduced in India by the

A
Govemment of India Act, 1919
B
Indian Councils Act, 1909
C
Govemment of India Act, 1935
D
Indian Independence Act, 1947

Correct Answer

Govemment of India Act, 1935

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