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Union and Its Territory (Articles 1–4)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Details how India is described as a “Union of States.” The Constitution allows the reorganization of states, admission of new states, alteration of boundaries, and formation of Union Territories. Parliament has supreme authority to redraft state boundaries without the states’ consent, reflecting the unitary tilt. Over time, these provisions facilitated the creation of linguistic states, ensuring administrative convenience and accommodating regional aspirations. This flexibility has helped maintain national integrity while granting autonomy to regional identities. Students should note various reorganizations like the State Reorganization Act (1956), leading to dynamic federal frontiers that balance unity and diversity in India’s political setup.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is a power of the Rajya Sabha?

संघीय परिषद का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

संसद द्वारा विधेयक का पुनर्विचार किस अनुच्छेद के अंतर्गत संभव है?

भारतीय संसद में सर्वोच्च विधायी प्राधिकारी कौन है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of interests of minorities?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन और भत्ता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?

उच्च न्यायालयों का गठन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?