MCQs on Federalism for Class 10

Which of the following is not a feature of federalism?

• Power is divided between different levels of government

• There is a strong central authority

• Each level has its own jurisdiction

• Courts have the power to interpret the Constitution

The Constitution of India describes India as a:

• Union of States

• Federation of States

• Confederation

• League of Nations

Which of the following is an example of a federal country?

• China

• Sri Lanka

• India

• Bangladesh

The subjects in the Concurrent List are:

• Under the control of State Governments only

• Under the control of Central Government only

• Jointly administered by both Union and State Governments

• Administered by Local Government

Which level of government in India can make laws on subjects in the Union List?

• State Government

• Local Government

• Union Government

• Panchayats

In case of conflict between the State and Union government on a Concurrent List subject, who prevails?

• State Law

• Union Law

• Judiciary

• President

What is the third tier of government in India?

• Supreme Court

• Local Government

• Governor

• Cabinet

Panchayati Raj is the system of:

• Central Government

• Urban self-government

• Local self-government in villages

• Judiciary

Which Constitutional Amendment made the third tier of government more powerful?

• 42nd Amendment

• 44th Amendment

• 73rd Amendment

• 62nd Amendment

What is the significance of decentralization in federalism?

• Promotes central control

• Reduces local participation

• Promotes local governance

• Strengthens dictatorship