Which among the following features of a federal system is not found in the Indian Political System ?

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Q: 74 (CDS-I/2015)
Which among the following features of a federal system is not found in the Indian Political System ?

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Polity

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CDS-I

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Option 1: Dual citizenship is not found in the Indian Political System. In a federal system, dual citizenship refers to the concept of individuals holding citizenship in both the federal and state governments. This means that citizens have rights and obligations at both levels of government. However, in the Indian Political System, there is no provision for dual citizenship. Indian citizens are only granted citizenship at the national level, and there is no separate state citizenship. Therefore, option 1 is the correct answer.

Option 2: Distribution of powers between the Federal and the State Governments is a feature of federal systems. In the Indian Political System, powers are distributed between the central government and the state governments. Both levels of government have their own areas of jurisdiction and responsibilities.

Option 3: Supremacy of the Constitution is another feature of federal systems, and it is also applicable in the Indian Political System. The Indian Constitution is considered to be the supreme law of the land, and all laws and actions of the government must conform to its provisions.

Option 4: Authority of the Courts to interpret the Constitution is also present in the Indian Political System. The judiciary in India has the power to interpret the provisions of the Constitution and ensure their implementation. The courts can also strike down laws or actions that are