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With reference to the Interim government of Independent India, consider the following statements.

1) The Viceroy's Executive Council became the executive branch of the interim government.

2) The powers of a prime minister were bestowed on the President of the Council.

Which of the above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

None

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Explanation:

Originally headed by the Viceroy of India, the Viceroy’s executive council was transformed into a council of ministers, with the powers of a prime minister bestowed on the vice-president of the Council, a position held by Jawaharlal Nehru. Defence portfolio was held by Sardar Baldev Singh who was only a member of the council. External Affairs & Commonwealth Relations also was held by Pandit Nehru. Home, Information & Broadcasting portfolio was held by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The executive council functioned more or less as the modern cabinet.