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1. Federalism:

   • Division of Powers: Between Union and State Governments.
   • Three Lists:
     • Union List: Subjects on which only the Union Government can legislate.
     • State List: Subjects on which only State Governments can legislate.
     • Concurrent List: Subjects on which both Union and State Governments can legislate.

2. Constitutional Amendments:

   • Significant Amendments: 73rd (Panchayati Raj), 74th (Urban Local Bodies), 86th (Goods and Services Tax), etc.

1.2 Parliament

1. Bicameral Legislature:

   • Lok Sabha (House of the People):
     • Members: Directly elected by the people of India.
     • Functions: Lawmaking, budget approval, and oversight of the executive.
   • Rajya Sabha (Council of States):
     • Members: Elected by State Legislatures and appointed by the President.
     • Functions: Review and amend legislation, represent states.

2. Parliamentary Procedures:

   • Sessions: Budget Session, Monsoon Session, Winter Session.
   • Important Functions: Debates, passing bills, and resolutions.