Question

Q. In which of the following instances Indian political system represent its federal spirit?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A.
  1 and 2 only
• B.
  2 and 3 only
• C.
  1 and 3 only
• D.
  1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1 and 2 only
Explanation:

A federal government is one in which powers are divided between the national and the state governments by the Constitution itself. Both operate in their respective jurisdictions independently using these powers.

Statement 1 is correct: The creation of new states to fulfil the regional aspirations shows that some parts of the states no longer want to be united and they need the sharing of powers. This shows the federal nature.

Statement 2 is correct: Demands of the states for more financial grants from the Centre to meet their developmental needs asserts the federal spirit of the Indian constitution. This can result in efficient working of the state governments in their respective fields.

Statement 3 is incorrect: President rule under Article 356 suspends the state governments in their functioning. Hence, it can’t be a federal feature rather it is a unitary feature.