Which of the following features of the Indian Constitution is borrowed from Canada?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The Supreme Court has advisory jurisdiction.
The Indian Constitution is also called the 'Bag of Borrowings' because many of its provisions are inspired by the constitutions of various countries around the world. India adopted a federal system with a strong center from the Canadian Constitution.
Key features borrowed from Canada
Advisory Jurisdiction (Article 143): The President can seek the opinion of the Supreme Court on any question of law or fact of public importance.
Federal System with a Strong Center: India is a federation, but here the central government is more powerful than the states.
Residuary Powers: The center has the right to make laws on subjects that are not in the Union, State, or Concurrent Lists.
Appointment of Governors: The governors of states are appointed by the center (President).