Question Q.3GS2GS2

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

Introduction

Asymmetric Federalism refers to the model of federalism where the Union is stronger than the state. It is also known as quasi-federal system of governance.

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Main Body

Asymmetric Federalism refers to the model of federalism where the Union is stronger than the state. It is also known as quasi-federal system of governance.

[Eg] Finance Commission by Centre decides finances for states.

Asymmetric Federalism ═> Accomodation of Diverse regional needs

1Article 3 : States territorial reorganization is the power of centre.

[Eg] Formation of Linguistic states.

2All India Services : Appointment power with Centre- state can transfer.

[Eg] Uniformity in Administration.

3Financial Power : Union decides on giving grants and finances.

[Eg] Special Category states status.

4Inter-State River Water Dispute => Parliament is empowered to make laws.

[Eg] Krishna river dispute.

5VII Schedule: Priority to Union List but also gives state and Concurrent list for regional diversity.

6Finance Commission : gave 42 % devolution of funds for state expenses.

7GST Council: deciding on complaints and concerns of industrialised states.

Flash points Remain:

Office of Governor

Cess & Surcharge Sharing

VII Schedule Rationalisation.

Punch Commission and Sarkaria Commission has given solutions to above.

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Conclusion

Punch Commission and Sarkaria Commission has given solutions to above.

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Diagram

Diagram showing Flash points Remain (Office of Governor, Cess & Surcharge Sharing, VII Schedule Rationalisation) with connections to Punch Commission and Sarkaria Commission

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Topper

GAURAV CHOPRA

AIR 832025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

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

Federalism

Asymmetric Federalism

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