Federalism in India: Why Is India a Federal Country?

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Description: What is Federalism?Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and various constituent units (like states or provinces). In a federation, both levels of government operate independently and directly govern the people in their respective areas of responsibility.Key Features of Federalism:Two or More Levels of Government – Central and State governments.Jurisdiction is Constitutionally Defined – Each level governs specific subjects like law, taxes, and administration.Guarantee by Constitution – The powers of each tier are protected by the Constitution.Rigid Constitution – No level can unilaterally change the power-sharing arrangement.Independent Judiciary – Courts settle disputes between different levels of government.Financial Autonomy – Each level has clearly defined revenue sources.Dual Objectives – To promote unity and accommodate regional diversity.Types of Federations:Coming Together FederationsIndependent states voluntarily unite for mutual benefit (e.g., USA, Australia, Switzerland).Holding Together FederationsA large country decides to divide powers to accommodate diversity (e.g., India, Belgium, Spain).Federalism in India: Why Is India a Federal Country?India follows a ‘holding together’ model of federalism. The Constitution of India clearly divides powers between the Union Government and State Governments through:Union List – National issues (e.g., defence, currency)<
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