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Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the State Government as described in the NCERT chapter 'How the State Government Works'?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 7 · Social and Political Life · How the State Government Works
  1. a) Formulating State Development Plans
  2. b) Regulating inter-state trade
  3. c) Providing free education to children
  4. d) Maintaining law and order
Answer
b) Regulating inter-state trade

The correct answer is b) Regulating inter-state trade — 3. Conclude that regulating inter‑state trade is a central function, not a primary state function.

Step-by-step solution

  1. 1. List the primary functions of a State Government: legislative, executive, law & order, development plans, public distribution, etc.
  2. 2. Identify which option does not belong to these primary functions.
  3. 3. Conclude that regulating inter‑state trade is a central function, not a primary state function.
Common mistake: Confusing State functions with Central functions

Concept tested: Primary functions of State Government

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