A
Unilateral imposition of central laws without state consultation.
B
An administrative model where Centre and States interact decorously to solve shared policy goals and governance hurdles.
C
Complete financial independence of states without central tax devolution.
D
Judicial supremacy over both executive branches.
Correct answer: (b) An administrative model where Centre and States interact decorously to solve shared policy goals and governance hurdles.
Explanation
Option B accurately describes cooperative federalism as a cooperative framework where the Centre and States work together harmoniously to achieve policy goals. Options A, C, and D contradict the principles of cooperative federalism.
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