AI-generated practice question — model-generated for extra practice, not a previous-year CBSE board question.
Feature 1: In a federal government, power is divided between the central and state governments, and each level has its own jurisdiction guaranteed by the Constitution. In a unitary government, either there is one level of government or sub-units are subordinate to the central government.
Feature 2: In a federal system, the central government cannot order the state government on matters within the state's jurisdiction; both are separately answerable to the people. In a unitary system, the central government can pass orders to provincial or local governments.
Source: Federalism, Chapter 2
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Examiners look for a clear contrast between the two systems for each point — not just describing federalism. Key terms to use: jurisdiction, subordinate, constitutional guarantee, autonomy. Avoid vague answers like "federal has states" — always contrast with the unitary side. Two distinct points = 1 mark each.