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India's Asymmetry Federalism

Indian Constitution provide a great distinction for sharing of power between centre and states. Even though the word "Federal" is not found any where in the nations holy  book . But it continues to be existed in nature of polity. Before 1970 the indian politics is largely dominate by one party. These parties are charged by leadership whose vision  is strong centre. The centre leadership is filled by proven track record of state leaders or by loyal personalities.  When ever there is vaccum among the equation between state ad centre this created a tussle between governments. This rift continue to appear even after 1991 economic liberalization. Federalism was put to test during time of crisis. The court judgements and civil interests pushed the scope of federalism with more inclusive principles then the central authoritarian trends. In rare cases centre is in position of deciding the course and opt for its interest. This interest can be inclusive or can be exclusive....