UPSC Prelims 2021 · Question 86 of 97

UPSC Prelims 2021 question on Federal Features Indian Polity

Which one of the following in Indian polity is an essential feature that indicates that it is federal in character?

  1. The independence of judiciary is safeguarded.
  2. The Union Legislature has elected representatives from constituent units.
  3. The Union Cabinet can have elected representatives from regional parties.
  4. The Fundamental Rights are enforceable by Courts of Law.
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Answer: A. The independence of judiciary is safeguarded.

The federal character of the Indian Polity is indicated by following features: Written Constitution, Supremacy of the Constitution, Rigid Constitution, Division of Powers, Independent Judiciary, Bicameral Legislature, Dual Government Polity, etc.

So, option (a) is the correct answer.

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