Federalism

Question 1

What factor leads to political disputes due to Article 356 misuse?

Answer 1

Imposition of President’s Rule

Article 356 misuse leads to political disputes, even in cases of political instability.

Question 2

What action by the Centre occasionally sparks tension over states’ autonomy?

Answer 2

Deployment of Central Forces

The Centre’s unilateral deployment of forces occasionally sparks tension over states’ autonomy.

Question 3

What raises questions about states’ legislative independence when governors reserve bills for the President’s assent?

Answer 3

Reservation of Bill

Governors reserving bills for the President’s assent, often on Centre’s advice, raises questions about states’ legislative independence.

Question 4

What leads to conflicts over taxation powers, grants, and economic planning?

Answer 4

Fiscal Matters

Conflicts arise over taxation powers, grants, and economic planning, with states sometimes feeling financially dependent on the Centre.

Question 5

What power does Article 131 grant the Supreme Court?

Answer 5

Article 131 Ambiguity

Article 131 grants the Supreme Court the power to resolve disputes between states or between the Union and a state.

Question 6

What legal ambiguity surrounds whether states can challenge Central Acts under Article 131?

Answer 6

Ongoing legal ambiguity

Ongoing legal ambiguity surrounds whether states can challenge Central Acts under Article 131, with contradictory Supreme Court rulings.