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SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 35

SSC CHSL - 04 July 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q35

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Famines were (1) ___________ during the period of British rule due to many reasons (2) __________ unemployment following import of machine-made goods from Britain, overexploitation of farmers and (3) _________ access to food. India suffered two very severe droughts in 1965 and 1966. India achieved (4) ___________ in food grains by the year 1976 through the implementation of the seedwater-fertiliser-led (5) ___________. The country is no longer exposed to real famines. However, lack of purchasing power continues to haunt people in some parts of the country.

Federalism in the Indian constitutional context means:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. the existence of more than one level of government in the country.

Federalism in the Indian constitutional context means the existence of more than one level of government in the country. India follows a dual polity system, where power is shared between the Central Government and State Governments. This structure allows both levels to function independently in their respective areas of jurisdiction while also working together on matters of national importance. The division of powers is outlined in the Constitution of India, ensuring cooperation and maintaining the balance of governance.