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UPSC Mains Federalism Questions

14 Federalism questions from previous UPSC Mains papers, useful for identifying recurring themes and practising answers.

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Questions: 14
Years covered: 2016–2026
Exam years: 8
With answers: 14

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UPSC Mains Federalism Questions

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Q1 2025 Mains GS2

Discuss the nature of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly after the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019. Briefly describe the powers and functions of the Assembly of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. (Answer in 150 words)

FederalismJammu and kashmirPolity
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Q2 2025 Mains GS2

Examine the evolving pattern of Centre-State financial relations in the context of planned development in India. How far have the recent reforms impacted the fiscal federalism in India? (Answer in 250 words)

Centre-state financesFederalismFiscal federalism
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