Flash Cards: FEDERALISM
The chapter discusses the concept of federalism in the Indian context, exploring its significance and evolution over time.
FEDERALISM - Flash Cards
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What is Federalism?
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Federalism is a system of governance that divides power between a central authority and constituent political units, allowing each level of government certain autonomous powers.
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Define 'Union List' in Indian Federalism.
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The Union List comprises subjects on which only the central government can legislate, including defense, foreign affairs, and atomic energy.
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What is 'State List'?
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The State List includes subjects on which only state governments can legislate, such as police, public health, and agriculture.
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Explain 'Concurrent List'.
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The Concurrent List contains subjects on which both the central and state governments can legislate, such as education and forest management.
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What does 'Unity in Diversity' mean in the context of India?
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'Unity in Diversity' reflects India's ability to maintain national integrity while respecting its diverse cultures, languages, and religions.
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Example of a state that changed its name.
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Mysore was renamed Karnataka to reflect the local identity and cultural sentiments of its people.
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Role of independent judiciary in federalism.
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The independent judiciary resolves disputes between central and state governments regarding the division of powers, ensuring adherence to the Constitution.
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What is meant by Dual Citizenship?
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In some federations, dual citizenship allows individuals to hold citizenship in both the central and regional governments. India practices single citizenship.
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Key feature that separates Indian federalism from others.
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Indian federalism emphasizes a single citizenship, contrasting with other federations that allow dual citizenship.
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What is the significance of the 7th Schedule in the Constitution?
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The 7th Schedule outlines the distribution of powers between the Union and State legislatures, detailing the Union, State, and Concurrent Lists.
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How are conflicts between the Centre and States managed?
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Conflicts are managed through judicial review and mediation, ensuring the Constitution is upheld and disputes are resolved lawfully.
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Federalism in Nigeria: Key issue.
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Nigeria's federalism faces challenges due to ethnic and religious conflicts, complicating governance and resource sharing.
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What led to the dissolution of the West Indies Federation?
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Weak central authority and lack of cooperation among member states resulted in the dissolution of the West Indies Federation in 1962.
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Define 'Centre-state relations'.
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Centre-state relations refer to the dynamic interactions and administrative relationships between the central government and state governments in a federation.
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What is a 'Federal Constitution'?
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A federal constitution is a written document that lays down the distribution of powers between different levels of government, establishing the framework for governance.
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Example of a federal country that faced breakup.
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The USSR broke up into independent countries due to excessive centralization and dominance of one region over others.
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Importance of local identities in Indian federalism.
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Local identities (e.g., regional languages, cultures) are recognized and respected within the federal framework, promoting inclusivity and representation.
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How many lists are in the 7th Schedule?
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The 7th Schedule comprises three lists: the Union List, the State List, and the Concurrent List.
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What is 'overlapping federalism'?
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Overlapping federalism occurs when the powers and responsibilities of federal and state governments cover similar areas, leading to potential conflicts.
