Which of the following is a unitary feature of the Indian Constitution?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. single citizenship.
A unitary feature of the Indian Constitution is single citizenship. In India, all citizens are granted one citizenship of the country, regardless of the state in which they reside. This reflects the unitary aspect, ensuring a sense of national unity and uniformity in rights and responsibilities.
Other options explained:
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Division of Powers: A federal feature, as powers are distributed between the Union and the states.
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Written Constitution: Not exclusively unitary; both federal and unitary systems can have written constitutions.
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Bicameralism: Refers to having two legislative houses; it is more of a parliamentary or federal feature than specifically unitary.