Political Science: Federalism · Class 10 · CBSE Social Science
Which feature is essential to a federal system of government?
Practice question from Political Science: Federalism (Class 10 · CBSE Social Science), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-17B858
Which feature is essential to a federal system of government?
- A.All powers are concentrated in the national government.
- B.Constitutional division of powers exists between different levels of government.Correct answer
- C.State governments function only as agents of the central government.
- D.The judiciary is controlled by the executive.
Solution
Federalism involves two or more levels of government whose powers are divided by the Constitution. Each level has authority over certain subjects and enjoys autonomy in its area of jurisdiction.
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