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Q. Which act during British India gave the power to President to issue ordinances?
Answer: Government of India Act, 1935
Notes: In British India, the Governor-General was empowered to promulgate ordinance without the permission of the legislative council under Indian Councils Act, 1861. However, the President’s power to promulgate ordinances was inspired by section 42 of the Government of India Act, 1935.

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