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Which of the following is an example of a power that is shared between the Union and the States under the Indian Constitution? (a) Defence (b) Land Revenue (c) Education (d) Foreign Relations

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 9 · Political Science · Constitutional Design
  1. Defence
  2. Land Revenue
  3. Education
  4. Foreign Relations
Answer
Education

The correct answer is Education — Select option (c).

Step-by-step solution

  1. Recall the three categories of powers: exclusive, concurrent, and residual.
  2. List the powers that are listed as concurrent in the Constitution: defence, agriculture, education, etc.
  3. Notice that education appears in both the Union and State lists, so it is shared.
  4. Select option (c).
Common mistake: Confusing exclusive powers with concurrent ones

Concept tested: Federalism power sharing

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