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Coalition Governments

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

A hallmark of multi-party systems where no single party secures a majority, necessitating post-poll alliances. Common at both central and state levels since the late 1980s, coalitions require compromise on ideological stances to form a common minimum program. While coalition politics fosters inclusivity, giving regional parties a national voice, it can lead to instability if alliances are fragile. Negotiations over ministerial berths and policy directions become crucial. Notable successes include stable alliances that passed key economic reforms, while frequent realignments can hamper governance. Coalitions underscore the diversity of Indian polity, balancing majority rule with minority representation in parliamentary democracy.

Practice Questions

In India, the power to declare war and peace is vested in which of the following?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में अंतिम निर्णय किसके द्वारा होता है?

Which of the following is NOT a power of the Rajya Sabha?

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

भारतीय संविधान में संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस आधार पर की जाती है?

Which is the largest state in India by area?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the creation of the All India Services?

संसद सदस्यों की योग्यता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

लोकसभा के सदस्यों के लिए न्यूनतम आयु क्या है?

राष्ट्रपति को हटाने की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?