Question

What are the features of a federal form of government? Give two examples.

Answer 1

Federal form of government is that system under which the power is distributed between central and the state governments.

Features of federal system:

1. There are two or more levels of government in the country.
2. The jurisdictions and powers of both central and state governments are defined in its constitution.
3. Central laws are applicable to all states but its vice versa is not true.
4. Central and state governments have their own tax system to generate revenues.
5. It promotes unity in country while respecting the regional diversity among states.

Examples:

• India: It has 29 state governments and one central government to command it.
• Canada: It has divided powers between the federal parliament and the provinces.