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Federal System in India

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Characterized by dual governance: the Union at the center and states at the periphery. The Seventh Schedule outlines separate, concurrent, and union lists. Despite featuring federal elements like a written Constitution and an independent judiciary, India is often called “quasi-federal” due to a strong central government, single citizenship, and the ability of Parliament to reorganize states unilaterally. State and central governments coordinate on key areas such as finance and planning through institutions like the Finance Commission and Inter-State Council. The Supreme Court adjudicates center-state disputes, ensuring the union’s cohesion. Understanding India’s federal traits clarifies how diverse regions unite within a single constitutional framework.

Practice Questions

What is the role of the Election Commission of India?

लोकसभा का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

भारत का संविधान किस वर्ष अपनाया गया था?

Who was the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

संसद के अधिवेशन के अंतराल का निर्धारण किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

संसद के अध्यक्ष को किस नाम से जाना जाता है?

नागरिकता की अवधारणा किस अनुच्छेद से शुरू होती है?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliamentary System?