Federalism in India
Civics ⇒ Democracy and Government
Federalism in India starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one challenge faced by Indian federalism.
Describe one way in which the central government can influence state governments in India.
Explain the difference between ‘coming together’ and ‘holding together’ federations, with examples.
Explain the process of amending the federal provisions of the Indian Constitution.
Explain the role of the Supreme Court in resolving disputes between the Centre and the States.
Explain the term ‘asymmetric federalism’ with reference to India.
If there is a conflict between Union and State law on a subject in the Concurrent List, whose law prevails?
Name the three lists that divide powers between the Union and the States in India.
The Indian Constitution is described as ‘federal in form but unitary in spirit’. Explain what this means.
What is federalism?
What is meant by ‘residuary powers’ in the context of Indian federalism?
What is the importance of the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act?
What is the main objective of federalism?
What is the role of the Inter-State Council in Indian federalism?
What is the significance of a written constitution in a federal system?
Who has the power to make laws on subjects in the Concurrent List?
