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What is federalism?

Important Questions on Federalism

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Which one of the following countries is an example of a 'holding together federation'?
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India, Spain and Belgium are examples of coming together federation. 
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Why did Belgium adopt a federal system of government, if it is perceived to work only in big countries?
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What is the Unitary system, and how does it differ from a federal structure?
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The duty for enforcing prohibition rests with
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The exact balance of power between the central and the state government varies from one federation to another. 
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Mention five main features which make India a federal country.
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What is the main difference between a federal form of government and a unitary one? Explain with an example.
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What do you understand by the term "jurisdiction"? Discuss the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
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The distinguishing feature of the federal government is:
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Under the Indian Constitution, all powers not listed under the Union or State list vests with the:
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Central government is authorised to make laws on
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In a federal system, the state government has powers of its own for which it is not answerable to the central government.
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In what respects do a federal government differ from one practising a unitary form?
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Though only 25 of the world's 193 countries have federal political systems, their citizens make up 40 % of the world's population. Most of the large countries of the world are federations. Can you notice an exception to this rule in this map?

 

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Federalism is a system of governance in which there is no division of power between the center and the states.
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Cotyledons are also called-
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Some Nepalese citizens were discussing the proposals on the adoption of federalism in their new constitution. This is what some of them said:

Khag Raj: I don't like federalism. It would lead to the reservation of seats for different caste groups as in India.

Sarita: Ours is not a very big country. We don't need federalism.

Babu Lal: I am hopeful that the Terai areas will get more autonomy if they get their own state government. 

Ram Ganesh: I like federalism because it will mean that powers that were earlier enjoyed by the king will now be exercised by our elected representatives.

A. If you were participating in this conversation what would be your response to each of these?

B. Which of these reflect a wrong understanding of what federalism is?

C. What makes India a federal country?

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 Identify and shade three federal countries (other than India) on the political map of the world.
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Federalism: