Federalism Class 10 Social Science MCQ Quiz – Test Your Understanding

Which countries follow the unitary system of government?

Look at the world map given below and answer the following question.

Which of the following deductions can DEFINITELY be made from the map?

The parliament can bring about a change in the power-sharing arrangement between the central and the state governments when _____.

Identify the administrative system of the Indian Government with the help of the following information.

• Power is shared between Central and State Governments to Local Governments.
• It is called the third tier of the Government.
• The State Governments are required to share some powers and revenue with them.

Select the appropriate option from the following:

How many scheduled languages are recognized by the Indian Constitution?

The central government is more powerful in relation to the states in a _____.

The system of Panchayati Raj involves

What is the originally provided system of the Constitution of India?

Anita is appearing in an examination conducted for recruitment to Central Government positions. In how many languages as mentioned in the 8th Schedule can she opt to take the exam?

Who conducts Panchayat elections?

Identify the correct statement(s) about the theory of Federalism in the Indian Constitution.

1. The Constitution declared India as a Union of States.
2. Sharing of power between the Union Government and the State government is basic to the structure of the Constitution.
3. It is easy to make changes to this power-sharing arrangement.
4. The parliament can on its own change this arrangement.

Which administrative authority legislates on Residuary subjects?

Identify the group of states that were not created on the basis of language.

Which of the following options proves that India is a quasi-federal state?

1. More powers with Centre
2. Residuary subjects with Centre
3. Equal subjects with Centre and State
4. Currency and Railways with Centre

Which of the following statements are true with respect to decentralization in India after 1992?

1. No seats were reserved for SC/ST in the elected bodies.
2. State governments have to share some powers and revenues with the local bodies.
3. It became mandatory to hold regular elections for local government bodies.
4. Local governments did not have any powers or resources of their own.