Question

15) Explain the centre-state relations before and after 1990.

Answer 1

Answer:

Centre - State relationships are the core of the Constitution and are regulated by Indian Constitution. But it depends on how ruling parties and leaders follow these provisions. Before 1990, when ruling party at state and centre was different, the union government undermined the power of states and misused the Constitution to dismiss and harass the state government. This undermined the spirit of federalism. But with the advent of of coalition government after 1990, where no single party gets a clear majority, a new culture of power sharing and respect for centre and state government has begun.

Answer 2

Here is your answer

Explanation:

after 1990, centre-state governments changed significantly. The Congress lost its dominant position in the Centre.