Modern History : Towards Freedom And Partition (1939-1947)

Q 29 / 54

UPSC CSE Prelims 2006

Which Portfolio was held by Dr. Rajendra Prasad in the Interim Government formed in the year 1946?

EXPLANATION

Correct Option

The Interim Government of India was constituted on September 2, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was allocated the portfolio of Food and Agriculture within this government. This role was significant in addressing the prevailing food security challenges and laying the groundwork for agricultural policy.

Incorrect Options

  • The Defence portfolio in the Interim Government was held by Sardar Baldev Singh.

  • External Affairs and Commonwealth Relations was held by Jawaharlal Nehru, who also served as the Vice-President of the Executive Council.

  • Dr. Rajendra Prasad held a specific portfolio in the Interim Government, rendering this option incorrect.

SOURCEIndian Polity by M. Laxmikanth, Chapter 2: Making of the Constitution