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State governments can tax items/activities primarily within their state boundaries.

Federal governments tax items/activities having broader national/international impact.

This list classifies taxes based on collection/appropriation by Union or States.

The Central government can influence state budgets through grants-in-aid and other mechanisms.

During financial crises, the President can alter tax division between states and the central government.

State plans are influenced by national priorities and approved by central planning groups.

States often execute programs funded by the Centre.

The planning system was criticized for restricting state autonomy and imposing central plans without considering local needs.

A constitution written as a formal document, detailing the powers and functions of the union and state governments.

A constitution requiring a specific, often complex procedure for amendment.

Clearly defined areas of authority between the central (Union) government and state governments.

Subjects of national importance, like defense and railways, that fall under the Union government's control.

Subjects of importance to specific states, such as local governance and education.

Areas where both Union and states have authority, like taxation and criminal law.

List of subjects where both the Union and State governments have the power to legislate.

The principle that the Constitution is the ultimate source of authority, taking precedence over any other law or practice.

A system of government where power is divided between a central government and regional governments.

The steps and conditions needed to change the Constitution of a country, e.g. special parliamentary majority and state approval.

A system of government where power is concentrated in a central government.

A system of government that combines features of both a federal and unitary system.

The relationship between the central government (the Union) and the state governments in India.

Indian Parliament has the authority to change the geographical areas of states by law.

A system where the Governor acts as a representative of the Central Government, allowing it to control State administration.

Indian states have unequal representation in the Rajya Sabha, unlike other federations where each state has equal representation.

India has a single national citizenship, unlike federations with separate state citizenships.

The Union government exercises considerable control over the states, including financial matters, administrative standards, and deployment of central forces during emergencies.

Services like the IAS and IPS are under the control of the Union government, ensuring uniformity and minimum administrative standards across states.

India has a unified judiciary with the Supreme Court at the apex, unlike a dual system of courts in other federations.

In times of financial difficulties, the Union Government gains significant control over state finances.

The Parliament can alter the area, name, and boundaries of states.

This subject is under the exclusive control of the central government as per the Union List.

When a state is under President's rule, the central government can legislate on subjects listed for state governments.

This subject is listed under the Concurrent List, meaning both the central and state governments can legislate on it.

A system where the central and state governments work together to achieve common goals, while respecting each other's autonomy.

A commission established by the Indian government to suggest ways to improve Centre-State relations.

A permanent body recommended by the Sarkaria Commission to facilitate coordination between states.

Both the central and state governments should work together to develop underdeveloped regions.

The Indian Constitution has some features of a federal system, such as a written constitution, a division of powers between the Union and States, and an independent judiciary.

The Indian Constitution also has some features that are not typical of a federal system, such as a strong central government, single citizenship, and a single judiciary.

The Indian government emphasizes cooperation between the Union and States in a system called cooperative federalism.

The Indian Constitution can be changed through a process called amendment, requiring a special majority in Parliament.

States in India are seeking more autonomy, or the power to make decisions independently.

Indian states are demanding more financial resources from the central government to fund their operations.

Suggestions to improve relations between the Union and States include economic liberalization and constitutional amendments.