Question

Which of the following refers to federalism or dual polity?

• A. The existence of both President and Prime Minister
• B. The existence of both executive and judiciary
• C. The existence of both central and state governments
• D. The supremacy of the central polity

Answer 1

The correct option is C The existence of both central and state governments

Federalism or dual polity means the existence of two governments, i.e., the central and state governments. For example, in India, there is a Union at the centre and many state governments at the periphery.