General Studies II · Subtopic
Devolution of powers
Official syllabus
Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
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What this covers
Distinguish constitutional enabling provisions, State legislation and effective assignment of functions to Panchayats and Municipalities.
Key ideas
- Part IX and Part IXA
- State legislation
- Eleventh and Twelfth Schedules
- Functions and functionaries
- Accountability