How many ordinances were passed in the Subcontinent in 1947

How many ordinances were passed in the Subcontinent in 1947
A: 12
B: 14
C: 16
D: 19

In 1947 the legal transition of the Subcontinent involved the issuance of several ordinances to manage the transfer of authority and division of administrative functions. Historical records show that sixteen ordinances were enacted to handle urgent matters at the time of independence. These temporary laws played a crucial role in maintaining governance during the political transformation. The correct number was 16 which corresponds to option C in this multiple choice question.