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Indian Polity UPPSC 2017 GS-I
Question

Of the following political features, which is/are common to India and the USA.

1) Residuary powers vested in the center.
2) Residuary powers vested in the states.
3) President has the power of pocket veto.
4) The upper house has some nominated members

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: c only

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “c only”.
Item Country
Residuary powers vested in the center Canada
Residuary powers vested in the states NA for India
President has the power of pocket veto USA
The upper house has some nominated members Ireland

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