Consider the following statements:
1. The Centre can delegate its executive functions to a State unilaterally.
2. A State can delegate its executive functions to the Centre with mutual consent.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Consider the following statements:
1. The Centre can delegate its executive functions to a State unilaterally.
2. A State can delegate its executive functions to the Centre with mutual consent.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Statement 1 is incorrect: As per Article 258(1) The President, on behalf of the Centre, can delegate any executive function to a State with its consent. This arrangement fosters cooperative federalism and ensures effective implementation of central policies at the State level.

Statement 2 is correct: As per Article 258A, a State can delegate its functions to the Centre, but this requires mutual consent. The provision reflects the cooperative and consensual nature of Centre-State relations under India&rsquo;s federal framework.

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Consider the following statements: 1. The Centre can delegate its executive functions to a State unilaterally. 2. A State can delegate its executive functions to the Centre with mutual consent. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2