One of the most contentious of these is the issue of federalism. The crux of the debate is about the division of powers between the Union government and the states. In understanding federalism, it is instructive to look at historical parallels. Ever since, from time to time, it’s supreme court issues judgments that either limit or enhance federal authority. The quasi-federal nature of our Constitution has sometimes been called “cooperative federalism,” recognising the inherent interdependence of the union and state governments.

Source: Hindustan Times January 26, 2020 14:15 UTC