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Union and Its Territory (Articles 1–4)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Details how India is described as a “Union of States.” The Constitution allows the reorganization of states, admission of new states, alteration of boundaries, and formation of Union Territories. Parliament has supreme authority to redraft state boundaries without the states’ consent, reflecting the unitary tilt. Over time, these provisions facilitated the creation of linguistic states, ensuring administrative convenience and accommodating regional aspirations. This flexibility has helped maintain national integrity while granting autonomy to regional identities. Students should note various reorganizations like the State Reorganization Act (1956), leading to dynamic federal frontiers that balance unity and diversity in India’s political setup.

Practice Questions

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

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

What is the maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha?

Which of the following is a provision of the Indian Constitution regarding the Emergency?

न्यायिक स्वतंत्रता सुनिश्चित करने के लिए किस सिद्धांत का पालन किया जाता है?

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

आपातकाल की घोषणा किस अनुच्छेद के तहत की जा सकती है?

विधान सभा के चुनाव में किस निर्वाचन प्रणाली का उपयोग होता है?

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