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Union-State Legislative Synergy

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Focuses on collaboration for concurrent list subjects (e.g., education, criminal law), where both Parliament and state legislatures can legislate. In case of conflict, central law prevails unless states secure presidential assent for specific variations. This synergy ensures a unified legal framework while allowing local nuances. Mechanisms like the Inter-State Council, zonal councils, and consultative committees facilitate discussion to avoid legislative overlap. Sometimes, states pass resolutions requesting Parliament to legislate on state matters for uniform policies (e.g., GST). Effective synergy prevents fragmentation, fosters policy coherence, and balances local autonomy with national interest in India’s quasi-federal system.

Practice Questions

संसद के अध्यक्ष को किस नाम से जाना जाता है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of rights of minorities?

किस संविधान संशोधन में "सौम्य" शब्द की जगह "विनम्र" शब्द का उपयोग किया गया?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

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

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Indian Constitution?

केंद्रीय मंत्री की संख्या किस पर निर्भर करती है?

Which of the following is NOT a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Who is responsible for the selection of the judges of the Supreme Court?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चयन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?