- India's polity has both federal and unitary characteristics. - The distribution of powers and constitutional provisions grant the Union government a dominant position. - Features like single citizenship, integrated judiciary, and central control during emergencies underscore the centre's strength. - The strong centre is a hallmark feature distinguishing the Indian federal system.
What is the peculiar nature of the Indian Federation?
Asked in TNPSC CS Prelims 2015 · Topic: The Centre-State Relations (Trends and Challenges in Indian Federalism: Political, Administrative, and Financial aspects)
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