Which laws formed Pakistan’s provisional constitutional framework at independence?

A. Only the Indian Independence Act 1947

B. Only the Government of India Act 1935

C. The Indian Independence Act 1947 and the adapted Government of India Act 1935

D. The Constitution of Pakistan 1956

Explanation

Pakistan was created under the Indian Independence Act 1947. Until a new constitution was framed, its territories were governed under the Government of India Act 1935 as adapted for the new Dominion.

Source

National Assembly of Pakistan — Parliamentary History

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