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What is federalism ? Write the key features of federalism.

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Answer 1

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Federalism

Federalism is a system of government in which the power is divided between a central authority and various constituent units of the country. Power is shared among the central government and various states , regional and local government. Both the central and non- Central Government are answerable to the citizens of the country who elect them .

Features of federalism :

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

☆ Different tiers of govt. govern same citizens but each tier has its own jurisdiction in specific matters of legislation , taxation and administration .

☆ The jurisdiction of respective levels are specified in the constitution .So the existence and authority of each tier of government is constitutionally guaranteed .

☆ Fundamental provisions of the Constitution can't be unilaterally changed by one level of Government and require the consent of both levels of government .

☆ Courts have the power to interpret the constitution and the powers of government of different levels . The highest court acts as the umpire if disputes arise in the exercise of their respective powers .

☆ source of revenue for a specified to ensure the financial autonomy .

☆ The federal system has dual objectives :

▪ to safeguard and promote the unity of the country .

▪ to accomodate regional diversity .

Answer 2

Federalism is a system of government in which the power is divided between a central authority and various constituent units of the country.

The federal system has dual objectives :

▪ to safeguard and promote the unity of the country .

▪ to accomodate regional diversity .