Under section 5 of the Indian Independence Act 1947, who appointed the Governor-General of each new Dominion?

A. The Dominion legislature

B. His Majesty the King

C. The Prime Minister

D. A public referendum

Explanation

Section 5 of the Indian Independence Act 1947 required a Governor-General for each new Dominion and stated that the appointment was made by His Majesty. Jinnah became Pakistan’s first Governor-General.

Source

UK legislation — Indian Independence Act 1947, section 5

Answer verified on 2026-09-17

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