Despite the constitutional division of powers, Centre-state disputes have been a perennial feature of Indian democracy. Discuss with examples. (Answer in 150 words)

(b) Role of Governor is alleged to be interfering with the elected government.

(c) Karnataka Governors did not invite the post-poll coalition largest party for government formation.

2. Division of finances - (a) Use of CESS, subsidy reduces divisible pool. (b) States like Punjab, West Bengal allege that revenue generation taken by GST. (c) States as per 15th Finance Commission depend on Centre (2015-21).

3. Legislative powers - (a) Concurrent but used for centralization by the centre. (b) No place for residuary like District Management.

It can be solved:- (1) Following Sarkaria Commission recommendation for appointment of Governor - politically neutral person. (2) Ensuring deliberation by Inter-state Council (Art 263). It needs to maintain balance 'federalism is flexible trust it not'.