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The "Instrument of Instructions" contained in the Government of India Act 1935 have been incorporated in the Constitution of India in the year 1950 as

  1. A.Fundamental Rights
  2. B.Directive Principles of State Policy
  3. C.Extent of executive power of State
  4. D.Conduct of business of the Government of India
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. Extent of executive power of State

The Instrument of Instructions, which were directives to the Governor-General and Governors under the Government of India Act 1935, served as a model for the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution. These principles, enshrined in Part IV of the Constitution, are non-justiciable but fundamental in the governance of the country, guiding the state in forming laws and policies.

Source: UPSC gs1 2010

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