Topic: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
2. Distinguish between national emergency and state emergency as mentioned in the constitution. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy.
Reference: Insights on India
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write the differences between national emergency and state emergency.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving by brief about articles 352 and 356.
Body:
Write about the comparative analysis of national emergency and state emergency on the basis of – aims, nature, effect on central state relations, parliamentary legislations, approval, revoking, duration etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by mentioning the need of having emergencies in the constitution.








