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UPSC PYQPrelims 2021

Civil Services Examination · Question 86

Which one of the following in Indian polity is an essential feature that indicates that it is federal in character?

  1. The independence of judiciary is safeguarded.
  2. The Union Legislature has elected representatives from constituent units.
  3. The Union Cabinet can have elected representatives from regional parties.
  4. The Fundamental Rights are enforceable by Courts of Law.
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Answer: (A) The independence of judiciary is safeguarded.

Explanation

An independent judiciary to resolve Centre–State disputes is an essential feature of federalism, along with a written constitution and division of powers.