Question Q.3GS2GS2

How has asymmetric federalism helped India accommodate its diverse regional needs? Discuss with suitable examples.

Introduction

Asymmetric federalism gives to different provisions, powers and special treatment given to different federal units.

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Main Body

Asymmetric federalism gives to different provisions, powers and special treatment given to different federal units.

a) Article 245-243 govern centre-state federalism in India

b) 4th schedule-ensure unique list division

c) NITI Aayog, ISC (263) ensure cooperative federalism

Asymmetry for accommodation —

1Special provisions for tribal areas to accommodate diversities of their culture, practices

6th & 5th schedule, PESA etc

2Administrative asymmetry

(@) been governed under A-371AA

3Ministerial representation in Council of state (Rajya Sabha) under Schedule 4th (@) UPG for

4Financial asymmetry

Special grants to scare hit states (@) Bihar

Special category states by PC to Himalayan states

Central sponsored schemesNorth east get 90 to share

5Constitutional differences such as special provisions for states

(@) Nagaland, Gujarat etc

(@) Regional needs accommodated by various mechanisms (@) Formulary UTCs, ISC (263) etc

Asymmetry balance diversity and preserve federal balance with unity.

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Conclusion

Asymmetry balance diversity and preserve federal balance with unity.

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Topper

Astha Jain

AIR 92025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances

Federalism

Asymmetric Federalism in India

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190

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