Which of the Following Statements About India's Local Government Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about India's local government is accurate?

• A)The chief minister of each state is appointed by India's president, although appointments are subject to each state legislature's approval.
• B)Indian states are typically divided along linguistic, ethnic, or religious differences, which helps fuel calls for greater devolution.
• C)States control most of their public policies involving health, security, and education but have little control over economic development policy.
• D)India currently seems poised to consolidate several states, bringing the total number down from 29 to 25.
• E)Most state legislatures are bicameral, mimicking the structure of the federal legislature.