Question

Which of the following federal principles are found in the Indian Federation?
(a) Equal representation of state in the Second house of Parliament
(b) Bicameral Legislature at federal level
(c) Double citizenship
(d) Independent and Impartial judiciary

• A. (a), (b) and (c)
• B. (b), (c) and (d)
• C. (b) and (d)
• D. (a) and (c)

Answer 1

The correct option is C (b) and (d)

a) In Rajya Sabha or the Upper House of Parliament allocation of seats is made on the basis of population of each state. So option A is ruled out.

b) Seven Indian states supports bicameral legislature. Therefore, the option is correct in terms of Indian Federalism.

c) The constitution of Indian does not allow dual citizenship. Therefore, this option is ruled out.

d) Judiciary in India is independent from other branches of the government. So, this option is true in case of Indian Constitution.