Question 3Discuss with the help of relevant case lawsGS2GS2

The Supreme Court of India has upheld unique asymmetry in India's federalism by intricately balancing centralized authority and regional autonomy. Discuss with the help of relevant case laws. (Answer in 150 words)

Introduction

The Supreme Court has upheld federalism as basic feature of Constitution which is a unique blend of federalism & unitary nature.

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Main Body

Unique Asymmetry → Centre has more power not and in any Constitution. Entire Sovereignty & Judicial Sovereignty (Emergency division-Part VIII)

Balancing Centralized Authority

Upheld Emergency Provisions: cy constitutional and within legitimate power of Union (Minerva Mills Case)

Promoted Union Supremacy: by ensuring higher powers of Centre upheld.

Balancing Regional Autonomy

Upheld decentralization approach in states under power) Centre (Emergency division-Part VIII)

Promoted Union Supremacy: by ensuring higher powers of Centre upheld.

— ADITYA MATHOR

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Clear identification of key cases
Structured discussion of balancing mechanisms
References constitutional provisions

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GS2GS2

Topic

Functions & Responsibilities of the Union and the States

Issues & Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure

Federalism and Centre-State Relations

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