Multiple choice

Which of the following determines that the Indian Constitution is federal?

  1. A written and rigid Constitution

  2. An independent judiciary

  3. Vesting of residuary powers with the centre.

  4. Distribution of powers between the centre and the states.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The essence of federalism is the distribution of powers between central and regional governments. The Indian Constitution divides legislative powers between Union and State Lists (and Concurrent List). While written constitution, independent judiciary, and other features support federalism, the distribution of powers is the defining characteristic. The vesting of residuary powers with the centre actually makes the system more unitary than federal.

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