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What is the main purpose of Article 252?

ATo impose central control over the states

BTo bypass the federal structure

CTo apply Union laws uniformly to all states

DTo allow voluntary harmonization of state laws for better coordination

Answer:

D. To allow voluntary harmonization of state laws for better coordination

Read Explanation:

  • Article 252 provides a mechanism for states to voluntarily shift legislative power to Parliament for uniform regulation on matters of common interest, without constitutional amendments, and still respecting state autonomy

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Choose the correct statement(s) regarding Administrative Relations between the Centre and States.

(i) The Centre can issue directions to states for the construction and maintenance of communication means declared to be of national or military importance.
(ii) The Centre’s directions to states under Article 256 are enforceable only through persuasion, not coercion.
(iii) The states are obligated to provide adequate facilities for mother-tongue instruction at the primary stage for linguistic minority groups.

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  1. The First ARC was appointed by the Central Government, while the Rajamannar Committee was appointed by the Tamil Nadu Government.

  2. Both bodies recommended setting up an Inter-State Council.

  3. Both reports were fully implemented by the Central Government.

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(ii) The Concurrent List allows both the Parliament and state legislatures to make laws, but in case of a conflict, the state law prevails if it has received the President’s assent.
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  1. The Governor can suspend a member of the SPSC during an enquiry into misbehaviour.

  2. The President can remove a member of the SPSC if they are found to be insolvent.

  3. The Supreme Court’s advice is advisory and not binding on the President in cases of misbehaviour.

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