CBSE X Federalism practice questions

Question 1

Why is India described as a holding-together federation?

Accepted Answer

A large country shares powers between the Union and its constituent units, with a relatively strong centre

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Previously independent sovereign states joined with identical powers in every respect

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There are no constitutionally divided powers

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Local governments have abolished state governments

Question 2

Match the subjects: I Union List; II State List; III Concurrent List; IV residuary subjects. Choose the correct assignment.

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I foreign affairs; II agriculture; III education; IV computer software

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I agriculture; II foreign affairs; III software; IV education

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I education; II software; III foreign affairs; IV agriculture

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I software; II education; III agriculture; IV foreign affairs

Question 3

What is the meaning of “Jurisdiction’s?

Accepted Answer

The area over which someone has legal authority

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The decision of the judiciary.

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The state with extra constitutional powers

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The authority of Central government over all subjects.

Question 4

Which package reflects the 1992 decentralisation reforms?

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Regular elections, reservations for disadvantaged groups and at least one-third for women, State Election Commissions and power/revenue devolution

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Abolition of all village elections

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Only appointment of hereditary local rulers

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No representation for women

Question 5

Which package reflects the 1992 decentralisation reforms?

Accepted Answer

Regular elections, reservations for disadvantaged groups and at least one-third for women, State Election Commissions and power/revenue devolution

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Abolition of all village elections

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Only appointment of hereditary local rulers

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No representation for women

Question 6

Besides language,which factors have contributed to the creation of some Indian states?

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Distinct culture,ethnicity and geography

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Only the colour of state flags

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Only the number of railway platforms

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Only the age of municipal buildings

Question 7

Which factor helps sustain a federation besides day-to-day party politics?

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Independent adjudication of disputes and respect for constitutional power sharing

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Absence of all regional identities

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Unlimited authority of the largest state

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Permanent exclusion of citizens from decisions

Question 8

Which description correctly distinguishes local-body reservation provisions?

Accepted Answer

SC/ST seats and a minimum share for women are constitutionally provided; state laws may also reserve for backward classes.

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The Constitution mandates identical OBC percentages in every state.

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No reservation for women is permitted.

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Only foreign citizens may receive reserved seats.