Question

India opted for a federal form of government because of ____________
(A) Vast - territory
(B) Cultural interaction
(C) Linguistic and regional diversity
(D) Administrative convenience

Answer 1

Hint: A federal government is a system of dividing power between a central government and state governments that are connected to one another by the national government in a connected political system. Some areas of issues are under the head of the central government while some are under the head of state.

Complete answer: Federal means characterized by or constituting a form of government in which power is divided between the central and several state governments. India is a large and vast country from area-wise, population to regional diversity and whatnot. The makers of the constitution felt that it was very essential to have a constitution that was in the best interest and in the will of the people and not to give rise to a tyrannical government.
The main features of the federal government are -
There are two or more levels of government.
1. The functions and powers of each level are written and explained in the constitution.
2. Each level of government has been given the authority to make its own laws in the matter of taxation, legislation, and administration.
If there is any disputes or arguments between the state, the supreme court has to power to solve the dispute
Therefore, India opted for a federal form of government because of c. linguistic and regional diversity.

Additional information: The power of the states has been divided into three lists namely, union list, state list, concurrent list, and other ( residuary) subjects. This list governs all the subject matter and what functions come under which list.

Note: Article(1) of the Indian constitution establishes India as a federal country. It described that the “ India, that is Bharat shall be a UNION of the states.” Indian federation is based on the American model therefore it establishes a very strong meaning.