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Regionalism in Indian Politics

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Refers to the political mobilization based on geographic identity, cultural homogeneity, or linguistic affiliations. Regional parties and movements (e.g., DMK in Tamil Nadu, TDP in Andhra Pradesh) advocate local interests—language protection, resource rights, or sub-state autonomy. While it can strengthen federalism and highlight regional needs, extreme regionalism risks secessionist sentiments or inter-state rivalries (e.g., water disputes). The Constitution accommodates these impulses via reorganization of states and cultural safeguards. Balanced regionalism fosters decentralized growth, acknowledging India’s diversity. However, responsible leadership is essential to maintain unity and avoid degenerating into parochial politics that undermine national integration.

Practice Questions

Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

Who is the first citizen of India?

Who has the authority to remove the Vice President of India from office?

न्यायपालिका की स्वतंत्रता किस अनुच्छेद में सुनिश्चित की गई है?

Which of the following provisions of the Indian Constitution is related to the financial emergency?

संसद द्वारा विधेयक का पुनर्विचार किस अनुच्छेद के अंतर्गत संभव है?

राष्ट्रपति के लिए योग्यता मानदंड किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित हैं?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा नियंत्रित होती है?

मौलिक अधिकारों की सुरक्षा के लिए नागरिकों को कौन सा अधिकार प्रदान किया गया है?

न्यायपालिका के अधिकार का सबसे महत्वपूर्ण आधार क्या है?