Question

Q24. Which of the following is/are the characteristics of the Federal System?

1. Division of power between Centre and States

2. Supremacy of the Constitution

3. Bicameralism

4. Separation of Power

Mark the correct response:

• A. a) Only 1
• B. b) 1 and 2 only
• C. c) 1, 2 and 3 only
• D. d) 1, 2 and 4 only

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

Separation of powers refers to the division of government responsibilities into distinct branches to limit any one branch from exercising the core functions of another. The intent is to prevent the concentration of power and provide for checks and balances