[amp_mcq option1=”Confederation” option2=”Unitary” option3=”Union of states” option4=”Federation” correct=”option4″]
The correct answer is: D. Federation
A federation is a political entity characterized by a union of partially self-governing states or regions united by a central government. The central government is created by the constitution and has only those powers that are given to it by the constitution. The states or regions have the rest of the power.
India is a federation because it is a union of 28 states and 7 union territories. The states have their own governments and legislatures, and they can make laws on matters that are not mentioned in the constitution. The central government has power over matters such as defense, foreign affairs, and currency.
A confederation is a political entity in which the member states retain their sovereignty and independence. The central government is weak and has only those powers that are delegated to it by the member states.
A unitary state is a political entity in which the central government has supreme power. The states or regions have no power to make laws on their own.
A union of states is a political entity that is similar to a federation, but the central government has more power than in a federation.