“Who assumed the role of Premier (Chief Minister) of Punjab following the 1937 elections under the Government of India Act 1935?”

"Sir Sikandar Hayat Khan became Punjab’s Premier after the 1937 elections under the Government of India Act 1935 which introduced provincial autonomy in British India. Leading the Unionist Party he focused on agricultural reforms rural development and inter-communal harmony. His leadership was pivotal in navigating the complex socio-political landscape of pre-partition Punjab balancing diverse interests. Sir Sikandar’s tenure as Premier shaped Punjab’s governance structure influencing policies that impacted the region’s economic and social fabric during a transformative period in South Asian history."