The new Indian government in 1947
A. was based on that of the Soviet Union.
B. had a powerful president, as Nehru was an admirer of the United States constitution.
C. was based on the British system, with a figurehead president and a parliamentary form.
D. barred only two groups, Sikhs and harijans, from voting.
E. allowed for only one political party, the Congress Party.
Answer: C
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