GK Question

polity medium mcq

Which feature of the Indian Constitution reflects borrowing from the Canadian Constitution?

  1. Concurrent List
  2. Residuary powers with States
  3. Unitary features in federal structure
  4. Both (a) and (c)

Answer: Both (a) and (c)

From Canada, India borrowed: (a) Federation with strong Centre (quasi-federal structure), (b) Residuary powers with Union (unlike USA where States have residuary powers), (c) Appointment of State Governors by Centre, (d) Advisory jurisdiction of Supreme Court. These features give Indian federalism a unitary bias, enabling strong Centre for national unity while preserving State autonomy in defined areas.

Topic Constitutional Borrowings - Canada Influence
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