Point out one feature in the practice of federalism in India that is similar to and one feature that is different from that of Belgium.
One similar feature in the practice of federalism in India and Belgium is that both countries have a federal structure where power is divided between the Central Government and regional governments. In both nations, regional governments have constitutional powers that are no longer dependent on the central government, ensuring autonomy in governance.
One different feature is that India has a three-tier system of federalism. The Constitution originally provided for a two-tier system (Union Government and State Governments), and later a third tier was added in the form of Panchayats and Municipalities. Belgium, on the other hand, shifted from a unitary to a federal form of government in 1993, with power shared between the Central Government and regional governments, but does not have this third tier of local government as part of its federal structure.
Explanation
The answer draws directly from the textbook context. The similarity is established from the fact that both India and Belgium practice federalism with constitutional division of powers between central and regional governments. The difference is highlighted through India's unique three-tier structure (Union, State, and Local governments) mentioned in the context, whereas Belgium's federal structure (formed after 1993) comprises central and regional governments without the constitutional provision of a third tier of local government as in India.
Solution Steps
Step 1: Identify similarity - Both countries have federal systems with constitutional division of powers between central and regional governments.
Step 2: Identify difference - India has a three-tier federal system including local governments, while Belgium has a two-tier system of central and regional governments.