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Q38 (CAPF/2010) Polity & Governance › Federalism & Emergency Provisions › Centre-state legislative powers Answer Verified

The vesting of residuary powers in the central government by the Constitution of India indicates :

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The Constitution of India vests residuary powers in the Union Parliament under Article 248 and Entry 97 of the Union List [c1, t2]. This arrangement deviates from traditional federal systems like the USA and Australia, where residuary powers are typically reserved for the states [c2, t2]. By granting the Centre the authority to legislate on any matter not specifically enumerated in the State or Concurrent Lists, the Constitution exhibits a strong 'unitary bias' or a tendency toward centralization [c2, t8]. While India is often described as 'quasi-federal' by experts like K.C. Wheare due to this unique blend, the specific vesting of residuary powers in the central government is a non-federal feature that underscores the unitary character of the Indian polity [c2, c4, t1]. This ensures a strong Centre capable of addressing unforeseen national requirements [t2].

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  1. [1] Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 24: DISTRIBUTION OF LEGISLATIVE AND EXECUTIVE POWERS > Residuary Powers. > p. 378
  2. [2] Laxmikanth, M. Indian Polity. 7th ed., McGraw Hill. > Chapter 14: Federal System > CRITICAL EVALUATION OF THE FEDERAL SYSTEM > p. 141
  3. [3] Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 4: OUTSTANDING FEATURES OF OUR CONSTITUTION > 42nd Amendment, 1976. > p. 49
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