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Write the key features of Federalism. |
| Answer» Key features of federalism:\tThere are two or more levels of government.\tDifferent tiers of government govern the same citizens, but each tier has its own jurisdiction in specific matters of legislation, taxation and administration.\tThe jurisdictions are specified in the constitution. So the existence and authority of each tier of government is constitutionally guaranteed.\tThe fundamental provisions of the constitution cannot be unilaterally changed by one level of government. Such changes require the consent of both the levels of government.\tCourts have the power to interpret the constitution and the powers of different levels of government.\tSources of revenue for each level of government are clearly specified to ensure its financial autonomy.\tThe federal system thus has dual objectives;\tTo safeguard and\tPromote unity of the country | |