India, Oct. 11 -- Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh has said protecting the separation of powers of states and the Centre is not only a constitutional necessity, but it also helps promote a political culture of respect, dialogue and accommodation.

Addressing a session at the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Bridgetown, Barbados, he said India's experience has shown that unity in diversity is possible while safeguarding federal provisions.

"India's experience shows unity in diversity is possible while safeguarding federal provisions. India's journey can serve as a guiding principle for other nations in promoting equitable regional development within a democratic framework," Harivansh said in his concluding remarks. The R...