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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

Who among the following is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

संघीय ढांचे में केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्ति का विभाजन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद द्वारा नियंत्रित होती है?

न्यायिक समीक्षा मुख्यतः किन के खिलाफ की जाती है?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliament?

राष्ट्रपति को हटाने की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

भारतीय संसद में सर्वोच्च विधायी प्राधिकारी कौन है?

राज्यसभा की कार्यप्रणाली किस पर आधारित है?

Which of the following is a provision related to the financial powers of the Parliament?