Polity and Constitution

Nature of Indian federalism and centre-state trends

• Federal features
• Unitary features and 'quasi-federal'
• India as a holding-together federation with a strong centre
• Asymmetry: unequal representation, special provisions
• Cooperative and competitive federalism
• Rajamannar, Sarkaria and Punchhi Commissions
• Demands for State autonomy and regional aspirations