While the framework of the constitution was taken from the Government of India Act 1935, numerous provisions were sourced from various constitutions across the globe. A few of them are identified below alongside the Government of India Act, 1935:
Government of India Act, 1935: This Act established the foundation or 'blueprint' of the constitution of India inclusive of the characteristics of a Federal system, the position of Governor, emergency powers, etc. Moreover, the Constitution of India has drawn from the—
Constitution of Britain: Legislative processes, Rule of Law, Single citizenship, Bicameral Parliamentary system, position of CAG.
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Constitution of USA: Independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, removal of judges from Supreme Court and High Courts, Preamble and roles of President and Vice-president.
Constitution of Canada: Federation with a robust Centre, to allocate residuary powers to the Centre, advisory jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
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Constitution of Ireland: Directive Principles of State policy, methods for presidential elections, and nomination of Rajya Sabha members by the President.
Weimar Constitution of Germany: Provisions regarding the suspension of fundamental rights in times of emergency.
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Constitution of Australia: Concept of the Concurrent List, provisions related to Trade and Commerce.
Constitution of South Africa: Amendment requiring a 2/3rd majority in Parliament and election of Rajya Sabha Members based on proportional representation.
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Constitution of France: Republican System, Principles of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity.
Constitution of former USSR: Fundamental Duties, Ideals of justice articulated in the Preamble..