Relation between center and state

What is the primary focus of Cooperative Federalism in India?

• Central dominance

• Isolation of state powers

• Competition between states

• Cooperation in public interest

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for legislative relations between the Centre and the State?

• Article 245

• Article 256

• Article 270

• Article 261

What are the three lists that categorize legislative powers in India?

• Central, Regional, and Local Lists

• National, State, and Municipal Lists

• Federal, State, and Local Lists

• Union, State, and Concurrent Lists

Under which circumstance can Parliament legislate on subjects in the State List?

• When the President requests it

• During a National Emergency

• When a state requests it

• All of the above

What does the Doctrine of Territorial Nexus state?

• State laws are valid only within the state

• Central laws override state laws

• State laws apply universally

• State laws can be enforced in other states

In the case of State of Bombay v. F.N. Balsara, what was the primary issue?

• Constitutionality of the Bombay Prohibition Act

• Federalism in India

• State's power over trade

• Public health regulations

What is the significance of Article 254 in the Indian Constitution?

• It outlines the powers of the President

• It establishes the Finance Commission

• It resolves conflicts between state and central laws

• It deals with the appointment of Governors

Which article allows Parliament to legislate on residual subjects?

• Article 248

• Article 255

• Article 250

• Article 252

What does the term 'Colourable Legislation' refer to?

• Legislation that is transparent

• Legislation enacted under false pretenses

• Legislation that is universally applicable

• Legislation that is beneficial to all states

What is the role of the Finance Commission as per Article 280?

• To allocate financial resources between states

• To legislate on financial matters

• To oversee state budgets

• To manage state revenues