Question Q.3GS2GS2
How has asymmetric federalism helped India accommodate its diverse regional needs? Discuss with suitable examples.
Introduction
Asymmetric federalism is a type of federal structure that in which each federal unit is not treated as an equal.
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Main Body
Asymmetric federalism has helped accommodate India's regional diversity.
1Art 370 & 6 helps address the lack of proper integration of the north-eastern states
2Schedule V and Schedule VI along with Art 244(1) & 244(2) helps balance tribal autonomy with economic development
3Special category Status (SCS) helps address developmental deficiency of both states [IP: Himalayan terrain
4Union territories provide for central control over smaller federal unit
5Different financial heads are addressed through Art 279 and Art 282 - Demand Grants
6Rajya Sabha helps founded for argument referent to different states
7Zonal councils help deal with region-specific issues
Leads to – Desired integration & different rigors
(P) Terms of governance & note – legal [IP: SCS for Biliar].
Asymmetric federalism should be implemented objectively and uniformly.
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Topper
Hrishikesh Alase
AIR 612025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Federal Structure - Functions, Responsibilities, Devolution of Powers and Finances
Federalism
Asymmetric Federalism
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