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Centre-State Relations

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Examines legislative, administrative, and financial relations between the Union and states. Legislatively, Parliament can make laws on subjects in the Union List and can override state law in the Concurrent List under certain circumstances. Administratively, the Constitution mandates cooperation but grants the Union overriding authority during crises. Financially, revenue-sharing ensures states receive part of central taxes, guided by the Finance Commission’s recommendations. Issues of central dominance, misuse of Article 356, and political party conflicts shape the dynamic interplay. Modern reforms encourage cooperative federalism, promoting collaboration on national objectives like infrastructure, health, and education.

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