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WorksheetsQuiz on Federalism in India
Total questions: 104
Worksheet time: 3hrs 45mins
In Federalism power is divided between various constituent units and:
Central authority
State
Both A & B
None of the above
What makes India a federal country?
Division of powers between various levels.
Independence judiciary
Bicameralism.
all of the above
There are two statements marked Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option. Assertion (A): Major steps towards decentralisation of power were taken through the 69th Constitutional Amendment. Reason (R): Decentralisation in a federal structure promotes the unity and integrity of the country.
Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Both (A) and (R) are false.
Consider the following statement regarding Language policy in Indian Federation. 1. Hindi was identified as a official language. 2. Besides Hindi there are 21 other languages recognised as scheduled language. 3. English can be used along with Hindi for official purpose. Chose the right option from the following.
1 and 3
1 and 2
only 1
1,2 and 3
In case of a clash between the laws made by the centre and a state on a subject in the concurrent list:
The state law prevails.
The central law prevails.
Both the laws prevail within their respective jurisdictions.
The Supreme Court has to intervene to decide.
Anita is appearing in an examination conducted for recruitment to Central Government positions. In how many languages as mentioned in the 8th Schedule can she opt to take the exam?
18
21
22
25
When power is taken away from state governments and is given to local government, it is called
Decentralisation
Centralisation
Panchayat Samiti
Federalism
Which among the following are examples of ‘Coming together federations’?
India, Spain and Belgium
India, USA and Spain
USA, Switzerland and Australia
Belgium and Sri Lanka
There are two statements marked Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option. Assertion (A): A major steps toward decentralisation was taken in 1992 by amending the constitution. Reason (R): Constitution was amended to make the third tier of democracy more powerful and effective.
Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Both (A) and (R) are false.
Which of the following statements are correct with regards to the State List? i) The State list contains subjects of the state as well as local importance. ii) State Governments can add subjects from the Union List into the State List. iii) Local Governments have the authority to make or change laws on subjects in the State List. iv) Subjects such as police, trade, commerce, agriculture and irrigation are included in the State List. Chose the right option from the following.
1 and 4
2 and 3
only 1
1,2 and 3
Which of the following is not a feature of federalism?
Division of powers between the central and state governments
Supremacy of the central government
Independent judiciary
Checks and balances
The three lists of subjects in the Indian Constitution are:
Union List, State List, and Concurrent List
Union List, State List, and Local List
Union List, Concurrent List, and Residuary List
Central List, State List, and Concurrent List.
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable: (a) If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion. (b) If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion. (c) If assertion is true but reason is false. (d) If both assertion and reason are false. Assertion : Belgium and Spain has ‘holding together’ federation. Reason : A big country divides power between constituent states and national government.
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
If assertion is true but reason is false.
If both assertion and reason are false.
Study the given cartoon and find out which one of the following leaders is shown in this cartoon?
Rajiv Gandhi
I.K.Gujral
H.D. Dewe Gowda
A.B.Vajpayee
If there is a conflict between the laws made by the central government and the state government on a subject in the Concurrent List, then the law made by the __________ will prevail.
Central government
State government
Supreme Court
President
Which of the following states in India enjoys a special status?
Arunachal Pradesh
Mizoram
Nagaland
All of the above
DIRECTION : Mark the option which is most suitable : (a) If both assertion and reason are true of assertion. (b) If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion. (c) If assertion is true but reason is false. (d) If both assertion and reason are false. Assertion : It is very simple to make the changes in the basic structure of the constitution. Reason : Both the houses have power to amend the constitution independently.
If both assertion and reason are true of assertion.
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
If assertion is true but reason is false.
If both assertion and reason are false.
Which of the following statements is true about the unitary system of government?
Under the unitary system, either there is only one level of government, or the sub-units are subordinate to the central government.
The central government can pass on orders to the provincial or local government.
State government has powers of its own for which it is not answerable to the central government.
All of the above.
Match list I with list II and select the correct answer using the codes below in the lists: ListI List II 1. Union of India Prime Minister 2. State Sarapanch 3. Municipal Corporation Governor 4. Gram Panchayat Mayor
1.c) , 2.a) , 3. d) ,4. b)
1.a) , 2.c) , 3. b) ,4. d)
1.c) , 2.a) , 3. b) ,4. d)
1.a) , 2.c) , 3. d) ,4. b)
Which of the following is an example of ‘holding together’ federations?
India
USA
Switzerland
None of the above.
How many scheduled languages are recognized by the Indian constitution?
19 languages besides Hindi
21 languages besides Hindi
18 languages besides Hindi
22 languages besides Hindi
Identify administrative system of the Indian government with the help of the following information. 1. Power is shared between central and state government to local government. 2. It is called the third tier of the government. 3. The state government are required to share some powers and revenues with them. Select the appropriate option from the following:
Federal System
Unitary Federal System
Decentralized System
Unitary System
The system of panchayati raj involves :
The village, block and district levels
The village and state levels
The village, district and state levels
The village, state and union levels
Ram is appearing in an examination conducted for recruitment to Central Government position. In how many languages mention in the 8 schedule can he option to take the exam?
19 languages
20 languages
21 languages
22 languages
.... is a system of gov. in which the power is divided between a central authority and various constituent units of the country.
Federalism
Secularism
Socialism
Nationalism
Identify the states which are created not on the basis of language but to recognise differences based on culture, ethnicity or geography.
Kerala ,Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh
Karnataka, Jharkhand and Uttarakhand
Nagaland, Uttarakhand and Jharkhand
Andhra Pradesh , Jharkhand and Uttrakhand
In the question given below, there are two statements marked Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option. Assertion (A): Hindi is identify as the only official language of India. Reason (R): it helped in creating supremacy of Hindi speaking people over others.
Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
(A) is true, but (R) is false
(A) is false, but (R) is true
Match the following items given in Column A with those in Column B: Column A Column B I.Information Technology 1.Concurrent list II.Police 2. Union list III.Education 3. State list IV.Defence 4.Residuary subject Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
I-4,II-3,III-1,IV-2
I-3,II-4,III-1,IV-2
I-4,II-1,III-3,IV-2
I-4,II-2,III-1,IV-3
If the laws made by the Union and State governments on a subject in the Concurrent list are in conflict, what decision would the judicial authority pass to end this conflict?
Judiciary will take pass an independent decision on the Concurrent List.
The law of the State Government will prevail.
Negotiation will be ordered between the State and the Union governments.
The law of the Union Government will prevail.
In the question given below, there are two statements marked Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option. Assertion (A): A vast country like India cannot be run through two tiers of Gov. and need a third tier. Reason (R): States in India are large and internally very diverse in population, as well as culture.
Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(A) is true, but (R) is false
(A) is false,but (R) is true
Which major step towards decentralization was not taken in 1992?
It is constitutionally mandatory to hold regular elections to local government bodies
At least one third
Which major step towards decentralization was not taken in 1992?
It is constitutionally mandatory to hold regular elections to local government bodies
At least one third of all positions are reserved for women
The state governments are required to Share some power and revenue with local government bodies.
Two third Seats are reserved for other backward classes.
Match list one with list two and select the correct answer using the codes below In the lists- List I State list Union list Concurrent list Residuary Subjects List II Banking Trade E-Commerce Forest
1.b),2.c),3. a),4. d)
1. b),2. a),3.c),4. d)
1. b),2. a),3. d),4.c)
1.a),2.c),3. d),4. b)
Assertion (A): When power is taken away from central and state governments and given to local governments, it is called Decentralization. Reason(R): At least one third of all the positions are reserved for women in local government bodies.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false
A is false but R is true.
Consider the following four statements: A. In a federation the powers of the federal and provincial governments are clearly demarcated. B. India is a federation because the powers of the union and state governments are specified in the constitution, and they have exclusive jurisdiction on their respective subjects. C. Sri Lanka is a federation because the country is divided into provinces. D. India is no longer a federation because some powers of the state have been devolved to the local government bodies. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A,B,and C
A,C,and D
A and B only
B and C only
Which of the following is true about the unitary form of government?
In a unity government, the powers are divided between the centre /union and the state or provincial government
All the power is with the citizens.
Power is concentrated with the central government.
State government has all the powers
Examine the following pairs that give the level of government in India and the powers of the government at that level to make laws on the subject mentioned against each. Which of the following pair is not correctly matched?
State government - State list
Central government - Union list
Central and State governments- Concurrent list.
Local government - Residuary Subjects
Fill in the blank by choosing the most appropriate option: - ...................... Is a system of government in which the power is divided between a central authority and various constituent units of the country?
Dictatorship
Unitary System
Monarchy
Federalism
What are the dual objective of federal System?
To safeguard and promote unity of the country.
To accommodate the majority community.
To accommodate regional diversity.
To settle disputes between government.
In a holding together federation:- 1. A large country divide its power between constituent states and the national government. 2. The central government tend to be more powerful vis -a vis the states. 3. All the constituent states usually have equal powers. 4. Constituent states have unequal powers. Which of the above statements are correct?
1 ,2, 3, 4
1 and 4
2 and 3
1 ,2 and 4
On which basis were states like Nagaland, Uttarakhand and Jharkhand created?
On the basis of history
On the basis of culture and ethnicity
On the basis of religion
On the basis of administrative efficiency.
Due to their peculiar social and historical circumstances, the constitution of India gives special status to some Indian states. These provisions are given in ________.
Article 371
Article 271
Article 172
Article 152
If as a minister, you were a part of the state government, which of the following subjects could fall under your jurisdiction?
Which of the following options prove that India is a quasi-federal state?
Some states were created not on the basis of language but to recognise differences based on culture, ethnicity or geography. Examples of such states are_________
Jharkhand
Uttarakhand
Nagaland
All of the above
Anita is appearing in an examination conducted for recruitment to Central Government positions. In how many languages as mentioned in the 8th schedule can she opt to take the exam?
In the question given below, there are two statements marked Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option. Assertion (A): Major steps towards decentralisation of power were taken through the 69th constitutional Amendment. Reason(R): Decentralisation in a federal structure promotes the unity and integrity of the country.
Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(A) is false, but (R) is true.
Both(A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)
Both (A) and (R) are false.
What are the duel objectives of the federal system:
To give state government more power than the union government.
To give union government more power than the state government.
To promote friendly relationship with UN and the neighbouring countries.
To promote unity of the country and to accommodate regional diversity
Which of the following options best signifies this cartoon?
Which of the following BEST describes decentralisation in India?
Sharing of equal powers among the three levels of the government
Dissolution of the powers of the state governments to strengthen the centre
Taking some powers from the centre and the state and giving them to the local government
Dissolution of powers of the Centre and strengthening of the state and the local governments
If the laws made by the Union and State governments on a subject in the concurrent list are in conflict, what decision would the judicial authority pass to end this conflict?
Judiciary will take pass an independent decision on the concurrent list
The law of the State Government will prevail.
Negotiation will be ordered between the state and the Union Governments.
The law of the Union Government will prevail.
In Belgium powers of the Central Government have been given to State Governments of the two regions of the country. What form of power sharing arrangement was followed in Belgium?
By amending the constitution in 1993 which forms of government did Belgium opt for?
Which of the statement given below correctly defines federalism?
A system of government where power is concentrated in a single central authority.
A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and regional units.
A system of government where power is solely vested in provincial or state governments.
A system of government where power is held by a single governing body at the national level.
Which term describes the central authority and regional units sharing power in a federal system?
Centralism
Dualism
Autocracy
Decentralization
The highest courts act as an umpire. Choose the option which justifies the statement.
they make decisions on international relations.
They oversee the implementation of economic policy.
They resolve disputes related to division of power.
They solely handle the local government matters.
When Maya saw the pre – independence map of India and she found that In 1947 many old States have vanished and many new States have been created. Why were new states created?
To establish a single unified language across the country.
To recognize differences based on culture, language, geography.
To eliminate the concept of states and establish unitary govt.
None of these.
Consider the following statements and choose the correct option: i. It is easy to make changes in the fundamental provisions of the constitution. ii. Changes in power sharing provisions are not mentioned in the Constitution. iii. Parliament has unlimited power to make changes in the provisions of the constitution. iv. Changes require the consent of both the levels of government.
Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R). Read the statements and choose the appropriate option. Assertion ;( A): Hindi was identified as the official language in India. Reason (R): Hindi is the mother tongue of 40% Indians. Rest speak different languages.
Both A and R is true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.
Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R). Read the statements and choose the appropriate option. Assertion ( A): The same party ruling at the centre and state strengthened the practice of federalism. Reason (R): This arrangement ensured effective c
he statements and choose the appropriate option. Assertion ( A): The same party ruling at the centre and state strengthened the practice of federalism. Reason (R): This arrangement ensured effective coordination and cooperation between the centre and the state.
Both A and R is true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R is true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true
Which of the option best signifies the given cartoon?
The states are content with current level of authority.
The states are requesting increased authority and autonomy from central govt.
The states are relinquishing their power to the central govt.
The states are engaged in a conflict with one another regarding power sharing.
Justify the federal government better than of a unitary government? With suitable examples.
Distinguish between coming together federation and holding together federation?
“Local governments have made a significant impact on Indian democracy. At the same time, there are many difficulties.” Justify
Suppose the Government of Maharashtra is forming a special police Battalion for Rural safety. Can the Central government order the state government to withdraw the Plan as this involves a lot of money expenditure? Justify your answer.
The Indian federal system has been facing some challenges in recent years. What are some of these challenges?
Explain any two features of the federalism.
What happened to the centre state relations when different parties ruled at the centre and state levels till 1990?
“Federalism accommodate regional diversity”. Explain this statement.
The following cartoon depicts the negative aspects of coalition gov. at the centre level. Identify any two negative aspects.
State any 2 differences between the local government Before & After the constitutional amendment in 1992.
Some Nepalese students were discussing the proposals On adoption of federalism in their new constitution. This is what they said. Raju - I don't like federalism. It would lead to reservation of seats for different caste groups as in india. Sameera- Ours is not a very big country. We don't need federalism. Rakesh - I am hopeful that the Terai areas will get more autonomy if they get their own state governments. Ashish - I like federalism because it will mean that powers that were earlier enjoyed by the king's will now be exercised by our elected representatives. What would be your response to each of these? Which of these reflect a wrong understanding of what federalism is? What makes India a federal country?
Describe different routes for the formation of federation in different countries.
The Central government passed a law banning electric fencing of agricultural fields near forests. At the same time the state government passes a law allowing farmers to erect Electric Fencing with the special permission from the village officer. Which law will prevail? Why?
The following cartoon depicts the negative aspects of coalition government at the centre. Identify any TWO negative aspects.
If agriculture, commerce and public health are state subjects, why do we have ministers of agriculture, commerce and health in the Union cabinet?
As Concurrent List includes subjects of common interest to both the Union Government as well as the State Governments Who do you think is authorised to make laws on the subjects given in this list.
How does decentralisation contribute to the principle of local self government in a democracy?
Gram sabha is an example of direct democracy. Highlight the role of the gram sabha to make the functioning of Panchayati Raj more effective.
‘The jurisdictions of the respective levels or tiers of government are specified in the constitution’. Explain this concept with reference to matters of legislation.
Compare in what ways does the Unitary form of government differ from the federal form of government?
Analyse the difference in the response of Indian and Srilankan leaders regarding the adoption of official language in their respective countries.
If the federal experiment has succeeded in India, it is not merely because of the clearly laid out constitutional provisions. Do you agree with the statement? Justify your answer.
How did India emerge as a federal state? Explain with your opinion.
“Belgium is a small country but If federalism works only in big countries” - why did Belgium adopt it?
Explain the process of power sharing among different organs of the government in India.
Discuss the impact of decentralisation in the progress of rural areas.
Write a brief note on the language policy adopted in India.
Explain the vertical division of power by giving examples from India.
The Supreme Court is the highest court in India. Explain the role of the Supreme Court in the Indian federal system.
Explain changes towards decentralization brought in the constitution after the amendments made in 1992.
The creation of linguistic States was the first and the major test of democratic politics in our country. Justify the statement.
Why the exact balance of power between the central and state gov. does vary from one federation to other federation? Explain with example.
Explain democratic policies adopted by gov. of India which made it is successful federation.
How are legislative powers divided between union government and state governments? Explain with the help of examples?
Compare and contrast the federal form of government with unitary system of government?
How federalism Practised in India?
Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow- The creation of linguistic States was the first and a major test for democratic politics in our country. Many old States have vanished and many new States have been created. Areas, boundaries and names of the States have been changed. In 1947, the boundaries of several old States of India were changed in order to create new States. This was done to ensure that people who spoke the same language lived in the same State. Some States were created not on the basis of language but to recognize differences based on culture, ethnicity or geography. These include States like Nagaland, Uttarakhand and Jharkhand. When the demand for the formation of States on the basis of language was raised, some national leaders feared that it would lead to the disintegration of the country. The Central Government resisted linguistic States for some time. But the experience has shown that the formation of linguistic States has actually made the country, more united. It has also made administration easier.
Select the two bases on which new states of India have been created
Religion and geography
Language and regional culture
Culture and religion
Language and community
Which state of India was first form on the bases of language?
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
Andhra Pradesh
Telangana
Here are four reactions to the language policy followed in India. Which are true in the case of India?
Language based states have divided us by making everyone conscious of their language.
The policy of accommodation has strengthened national unity.
The language policy has only helped to consolidate the dominance of English
It lead to the disintegration of the country
Which was the first test for democratic politics in our Country?
Caste problem
Language problem
Problems related to union territories
Creation of linguistic state
How many languages are included in the Eight Schedule of the Indian Constitution?
15
22
20
21
