Consider the following statements with respect to the states and Union territories 1 The states repr...........

Indian Polity Centre - State Relations

Consider the following statements with respect to the states and Union territories:

1.The states represent a federal relationship with the Union while the Union Territories represent a unitary relationship.

2.There is uniformity in administrative set up of all the Union territories, while it is not so in case of states.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

1 only

The statement "The states represent a federal relationship with the Union while the Union Territories represent a unitary relationship" is correct. States in India have their own governments and enjoy a federal relationship with the Union Government, sharing powers and responsibilities as outlined in the Constitution. On the other hand, Union Territories are directly governed by the Central Government, and their administration is overseen by the President of India or an administrator appointed by the President. This relationship is more unitary in nature.

The statement "There is uniformity in the administrative setup of all the Union territories, while it is not so in the case of states" is incorrect. While there are certain similarities in the administrative setup of Union Territories, each Union Territory may have its own unique administrative structure based on its requirements and historical background. Similarly, states also have varying administrative setups based on their needs, history, and governance structures.

Therefore, only statement 1 is correct.