Question

The distinguishing feature of a federal governement is ______________.

• A. National government gives some power to the provincial government
• B. Power is distributed among the legislature, executive and judiciary
• C. Elected officials exercise supreme power in the goverment
• D. Governmental power is divided between different level of government

Answer 1

The correct option is D Governmental power is divided between different level of government

Federalism means the existence of a multi-tier government. The power and authority in the federal-state are not concentrated in one but are distributed in center and state. In India, power is further vested in local governments (Panchayats and Municipalities).