Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

  1. As per the Indian Constitution, India is a federation of states.
  2. India opted for the federal form of Government due to its large size and socio-cultural diversities.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both of these

  4. Neither of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is wrong: Article 1 of the Indian Constitution says, “India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States”. The word 'federation' does not find any mention in the Indian Constitution. Statement 2 is correct: India opted for the federal form of Government due to its large size and socio-cultural diversities.

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