itics- Federalism

 Federalism

·         It is a system of govt. in which the power is dividied betn a central authority and various constituents units of the country . Power is shared among central govt. and various states, regional and local govt. .Both central and and non-central govt are answerable to the citizen of the country who lelect them.

Unitary vs. Federal

·         Unitary govt.-Either there is only one level of govt. or- sub units are subordinates to the central govt. . . Central govt. can pass on orders to the provincial or the local govt.

·         Federal system, the central govt. cannot order the state govt. to do something.

State govt. has power of its own .It is not answerable to central govt.

Both state and central govt. are answerable to people.


Features of Federalism

·         2 or more levels of govt.

·         Each tier has its own jurisdiction in specific matters of legislation, taxation and administration

·         Jurisdiction of each level are specified in the constitution and each level is constitutionally guaranteed.

·         Fundamental provision of constitution cannot be unilaterally changed. Such change require consent of both levels of govt.

·         Courts have the power to interpret the constitution and power of govt at diff. levels . The highest court acts as umpire if disputes arise in the exercise of their respective powers.

·         Sources of revenues for each level of govt are specified to ensure the financial autonomy.

Federal system has dual objective

·         To safeguard and provide unity of country

·         To accommodate regional diversity.

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