Q12 · UPSC current affairs · 18 September 2026 · News · Navodaya Vidyalaya Setup and Cooperative Federalism

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Cooperative federalism, in the context of administrative disputes between the Centre and States, refers to:

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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