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Class 10 Federalism worksheet

CBSE Social Science. Features of federalism, the Union, State and Concurrent Lists, language policy and local government. Every sheet has 20 questions in three sections and an answer key, and the numbers change every time.

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Section A · multiple choice

1.
A system in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent units is:
1. monarchy
2. dictatorship
3. unitary government
4. federalism
Answer
(d) federalism
2.
Which of these subjects is on the Union List?
1. currency
2. adoption
3. trade unions
4. marriage
Answer
(a) currency
3.
Who heads a zilla parishad?
1. the governor
2. the sarpanch
3. the zilla parishad chairperson
4. the district collector
Answer
(c) the zilla parishad chairperson

Section B · short answer

4.
What is the difference between “coming together” and “holding together” federations?
Answer
Coming together: independent states pool sovereignty (USA, Switzerland). Holding together: a large country divides power (India, Spain, Belgium).
5.
Union, State or Concurrent List? (a) trade within a State (b) foreign affairs
Answer
(a) State List (b) Union List

Section C · long answer

6.
Give the key features of federalism.
Answer
Two or more levels of government; same citizens under each; powers set out in the constitution; basic provisions changeable only by both levels; courts as umpire; specified revenue sources; and the dual aim of unity and respect for diversity.

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