Q. Which of the following provisions reflect the unitary bias in the Indian Constitution with respect to Centre-State relations?
1.The Parliament can make laws on subjects in the State List under certain circumstances.
2.The Governor is appointed by the President and holds office during his pleasure.
3.During a national emergency, the distribution of legislative powers between the Centre and States can be altered.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- The Indian Constitution, though federal in structure, has a unitary tilt in several provisions to maintain national integrity and coordination.
- Parliament can legislate on State List subjects:
- Under Article 249 (if Rajya Sabha passes a resolution in national interest),
- Under Article 250 (during a national emergency),
- Under Article 252 (if two or more States consent).
- The Governor is appointed by the President (i.e., Centre) and holds office at the pleasure of the President. This gives the Centre indirect control over the State executive.
- During a national emergency, Parliament can legislate on any subject, including those in the State List, and the executive power of the Centre extends over State subjects (Articles 250 and 353).
Source: Laxmikant
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