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“Bicameralism at the State level is a constitutional ideal often compromised by political expediency”. Critically evaluate the relevance and challenges of Legislative Councils in contemporary India.

Topic: State Legislature Q3. “Bicameralism at the State level is a constitutional ideal often compromised by political expediency”. Critically evaluate the relevance and challenges of Legislative Councils in contemporary India. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: Bicameralism at the State level has resurfaced in debates due to moves by States like …

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“The Governor is not an alternate power centre but a constitutional link between the Centre and the State”. Discuss.

Topic: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive Q3. “The Governor is not an alternate power centre but a constitutional link between the Centre and the State”. Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question: The ongoing Governor–State confrontations, such as the Kalaignar University Bill 2025 case, highlighting constitutional boundaries, federal balance, …

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“Asymmetrical federalism is a pragmatic tool for managing diversity, but its inconsistent application breeds resentment”. Comment.

Topic: Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, Q3. “Asymmetrical federalism is a pragmatic tool for managing diversity, but its inconsistent application breeds resentment”. Comment. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question: The recent protests in Ladakh over exclusion from the Sixth Schedule and the growing demand for legislative status highlight …

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5 yrs after Punchhi panel work ‘completed’, Centre set to invite state views again

GS Paper 2   Source: IE   Context: Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has decided to start the process of seeking the states’ comments on the issue afresh.   What is Punchhi Commission Report? The Punchhi Commission was constituted in 2007 under the chairmanship of former Chief Justice of India Madan Mohan Punchhi. In 2010, …

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