Federalism is one of the most important, effective, and greatest political
institutions of the contemporary world. In India, the federal system has served
extremely well for the country, in terms of promoting democracy, strengthening
the national unity, and achieving a fair level of economic progress. However,
the late 1990s witnessed a weakening of national political parties, an emergence
of coalition politics, and a shift in the center-state power balance.
Politically, with the rise of regional parties and coalitions in the country,
India's states seem to have gained an upper hand in many spheres of governance.
The country's constitution does not furnish clear guidance in many matters
pertaining to