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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

राजनीतिक दलों की स्वतंत्रता किस अनुच्छेद में सुनिश्चित की गई है?

What is the maximum number of members in the Legislative Assembly of a state?

संसद में मतभेद सुलझाने के लिए किस व्यवस्था का प्रयोग होता है?

Who among the following can recommend the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?

भारतीय संसद की दो सदनों का नाम क्या है?

प्रधानमंत्री का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

Who was the first President of India?

Who has the power to remove a Governor from office in India?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन और भत्ता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

राष्ट्रपति के आपातकालिक शक्तियाँ किस अनुच्छेद के तहत निर्धारित हैं?