Question

Explain the key features of federalism?

Answer 1

1. There are two or more levels (or tiers) of government.

2. Citizens are governed by the different tiers of government, but each tier has its own jurisdiction in specific matters of legislation, taxation and administration.

3. The jurisdictions of the respective levels or tiers of government are specified in the constitution. So the existence and authority of each tier of government is constitutionally guaranteed.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

(i) There are two or more levels of government. India has three levels.

(ii) Each level of government has its own jurisdiction in matters of legislation, taxation and administration even though they govern the same citizens.

(iii) Powers and functions of each tier of government is specified and guaranteed by Constitution.

(iv) The Supreme Court has been given power to settle disputes between federal governments.

(v) Fundamental provisions of Constitution cannot be altered by any one level of government. It applies to India also.

(vi) Sources of revenue between different levels is specified by Constitution.

(vii) There is mutual trust and agreement between the government at different levels.