MCQs:

1. Which of the following strengthens the practice of federalism in India?

   – A) Centralization of powers

   – B) One-party dominance

   – C) Decentralization of power to local governments

   – D) Abolition of state legislatures

2. What is the purpose of the Panchayati Raj system in India?

   – A) To promote centralized governance

   – B) To encourage foreign policy decisions

   – C) To implement decentralized governance

   – D) To strengthen military rule

3. Which constitutional amendment made the third tier of government more powerful?

   – A) 42nd Amendment

   – B) 44th Amendment

   – C) 73rd Amendment

   – D) 52nd Amendment

4. Federalism is practiced in India through:

   – A) No division of power

   – B) Strong central control

   – C) Power-sharing at Union, State, and Local levels

   – D) Abolishing local governance

Answers and Explanations:

1. C) Decentralization of power to local governments – Federalism is strengthened through decentralization to local bodies.

2. C) To implement decentralized governance – Panchayati Raj ensures governance at grassroots levels.

3. C) 73rd Amendment – This amendment provided constitutional status to local governments.

4. C) Power-sharing at Union, State, and Local levels – Federalism involves power-sharing across different levels of government.