The Government of India Act of 1935 marked a pivotal moment in British India’s constitutional history. Notable for its introduction of provincial autonomy, the Act devolved significant legislative and executive powers to the provinces, fostering a more decentralized governance structure. This shift allowed elected ministers in the provinces greater authority, reducing the Governor’s role to a ceremonial one. The Act retained the system of separate electorates for Muslims and granted Muslim-majority provinces, such as Punjab and Bengal, the ability to shape policies reflecting their distinct socio-political landscape. While the move towards provincial autonomy was a significant step, the struggle for independence persisted, and the Act of 1935 became a precursor to further constitutional developments in the lead-up to the creation of Pakistan in 1947.