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The Constitution of India came into force on 26 January 1950. Which act or governing document did it replace?

  1. A
    Government of India Act, 1858
  2. B
    Government of India Act, 1935
  3. C
    Indian Councils Act, 1892
  4. D
    Regulating Act, 1773

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When the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950, it officially replaced the Government of India Act, 1935 as the primary fundamental governing document of the nation, transitionally turning the Dominion of India into the Republic of India.

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The Constitution of India came into force on 26 January 1950. Which act or governing document did it replace?
A
Government of India Act, 1858
B
Government of India Act, 1935
C
Indian Councils Act, 1892
D
Regulating Act, 1773

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