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Name some key features of federalism. |
| Answer» Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and various constituent units of the country.Main Features of Federalism:\tThere are two or more levels of government. India has three levels.\tEach level of government has its own jurisdiction in matters of legislation, taxation and administration even though they govern the same citizens.\tPower and functions of each tier of government are specified and guaranteed by the\xa0Constitution.\tCourts have the power to interpret the constitution\xa0and the powers of different levels of the government. The Supreme Court acts as an umpire\xa0to settle disputes between different levels of governments.\tFundamental provisions of the Constitution cannot be altered by any one level of government. It applies to India also.\tSources of revenue between different levels are specified by the Constitution to ensure financial autonomy.\tThere is mutual trust and agreement between the governments at different levels. | |