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UPSC Prelims 2021 Paper-1 📅 10 Oct, 2021

Which one of the following in Indian polity is an essential feature that indicates that it is federal in character?

A
The independence of judiciary is safeguarded.
B
The Union Legislature has elected representatives from constituent units.
C
The Union Cabinet can have elected representatives from regional parties.
D
The Fundamental Rights are enforceable by Courts of Law.
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UPSC Prelims
2021 • 10 Oct, 2021 • Paper-1
Which one of the following in Indian polity is an essential feature that indicates that it is federal in character?
Correct Answer
The independence of judiciary is safeguarded.
Core Elements of Federalism: A genuine federal system necessitates a rigid division of sovereign powers between a central authority and constituent state units.......
Ref/Book : UPSC Prelims 2021
Ref. Subject Polity
Chapter -
Ref. Topic System of Government
Pg. No -
💡 Analysis & Explanation
Core Elements of Federalism ▼
A genuine federal system necessitates a rigid division of sovereign powers between a central authority and constituent state units. This inherent duality constantly risks jurisdictional conflicts.
Role of the Arbiter ▼
To maintain the constitutional equilibrium and resolve inevitable disputes between the Union and the States, an impartial and supreme arbiter is an absolute necessity. A dependent or biased court would destroy the federal balance by favoring the central government.
Evaluating Features ▼
While a bicameral legislature or coalition politics reflect aspects of democratic representation, they are not the definitive bedrock of federalism. Similarly, enforceable rights protect individuals, not the federal structure. The robust safeguarding of an independent judiciary is the ultimate institutional guarantee that the federal pact will be honored.
Conclusion ▼
An independent judiciary acts as the indispensable keystone of a federal polity.
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