What are the ways in which federalism in India is challenged by emerging differences among states? Discuss. What steps can be taken to strengthen the cooperation between them?

Federalism is a basic feature of the Indian constitution as declared by the SR Bommai case. DD case, called 'India' a federalism sui generis. Challenges arisen in India's federal structure (1) Funding issues - State like Tamil Nadu demanding more share of taxes as it gives Rs 0.29 per central pool (2) Issues with GST compensation - 2.67 cr of GST compensation are not being paid to them (3) Political issues - Recently west bengal government refused to share the waste of Teesta with Bangladesh → M Singh → 'compulsions of coalition' (4) Figure over capital → Recent 'NCT election amendment bill' gives disproportionate power to LG k also available the judgment of the SC. (5) Regional disparity & demand for special category status → 3 x 5 k trouble — 3 largest state have 3n revenue than smallest state

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