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Centre-State Relations

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Examines legislative, administrative, and financial relations between the Union and states. Legislatively, Parliament can make laws on subjects in the Union List and can override state law in the Concurrent List under certain circumstances. Administratively, the Constitution mandates cooperation but grants the Union overriding authority during crises. Financially, revenue-sharing ensures states receive part of central taxes, guided by the Finance Commission’s recommendations. Issues of central dominance, misuse of Article 356, and political party conflicts shape the dynamic interplay. Modern reforms encourage cooperative federalism, promoting collaboration on national objectives like infrastructure, health, and education.

Practice Questions

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What is the maximum number of members in the Legislative Assembly of a state?

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Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliament?

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Who is considered the "father of the Indian Constitution"?

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Who was the first President of India?

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Which of the following is an essential feature of a federal system?

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Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment process?

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Who among the following was the first woman Governor of an Indian state?

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