Topic Details (Notes format)

Federal Schemes and Cooperative Federalism

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Centers on centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) like Swachh Bharat, Ayushman Bharat, or PM-KISAN, requiring joint funding and implementation by Union and states. While the Union crafts policy frameworks, states adapt them to local contexts. The 14th and 15th Finance Commissions have advocated higher untied funds to states, encouraging flexible usage. Yet, concerns remain about states’ dependency on central dictates. Cooperative federalism fosters constructive dialogue via bodies like the NITI Aayog, GST Council, and apex committees. Effective synergy can maximize resource utilization and public service delivery, mirroring the constitutional ethos of federal unity with local autonomy.

Practice Questions

Who was the first woman Chief Minister in India?

Who among the following appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने निर्वाचन प्रणाली में सुधार किया?

Who appoints the members of the Finance Commission of India?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of rights of minorities?

भारतीय संविधान में नागरिकों के मौलिक अधिकार किस दस्तावेज़ में वर्णित हैं?

वरिष्ठ न्यायाधीशों की नियुक्ति में किस समिति का योगदान होता है?

Which of the following is a Directive Principle of State Policy in India?

राष्ट्रपति द्वारा पारित विधेयकों को चुनौती देने की अंतिम तिथि किस अनुच्छेद में दी गई है?

आपातकाल में संसद के सदनों में कितने प्रतिशत मतों की आवश्यकता होती है?