Which one of the following is not a feature of Indian federalism ?
A
There is an independent judiciary in India.
B
Powers have been clearly divided between the Centre and the States.
C
The federating units have been given unequal representation in the Rajya Sabha.
D
It is the result of an agreement among the federating units.
Correct Answer
Explanation
Option (d) is correct because, unlike the American "coming together" federation, the Indian Union is not the result of a voluntary agreement among sovereign states, and thus no state has the right to secede. Option (c) is the most tempting wrong choice, but it is a factual feature of Indian federalism where Rajya Sabha seats are allocated based on population rather than equal representation for all states. The core concept tested is the unique "quasi-federal" nature of the Indian Constitution, often described as a "holding together" federation.
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