History & Civics
What was said in the Cabinet Mission Plan about the division of power between the Federal Government and the Provinces?
Answer
The Cabinet Mission proposed a two-tier federal plan which was expected to maintain national unity while conceding the largest measure of regional autonomy.
- There was to be a federal union of the British Provinces and the Princely States. The Union Government (Central Government) should deal with the following Subjects:
- Foreign Affairs
- Defence
- Communication
The Union Government Should have the power to raise the finances required for the above mentioned subjects. The Union would have its own executive and legislature composed of members elected by all Provinces.
- The Provinces would enjoy full autonomy for all subjects other than the Union subjects.
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