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Consider the following statements: 

1. Inter-State Council was established in 1990 on the recommendation of Sarkaria Commission.

 2. It is a constitutional body under Article 263. 

3. It has powers to enforce compliance among States. 

Which of the above is/are correct?

This question was previously asked in
SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 Question Paper (25-Sep-2025) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is
1 and 2 only

Analyzing Inter-State Council Statements

We need to evaluate the correctness of the given statements regarding the Inter-State Council.

Statement 1: Establishment and Recommendation

  • The Sarkaria Commission, established in 1983 to examine the Union-State relationship, recommended the creation of a permanent Inter-State Council.
  • The Inter-State Council was officially established by the Government of India in 1990 through a presidential order.
  • Therefore, statement 1 is correct.

Statement 2: Constitutional Basis

  • Article 263 of the Indian Constitution provides the legal framework for the establishment of an Inter-State Council.
  • The President can establish such a council if it appears that public interests would be served by its establishment.
  • Since its basis is derived directly from a constitutional article, it is considered a constitutional body.
  • Therefore, statement 2 is correct.

Statement 3: Enforcement Powers

  • The Inter-State Council primarily functions as a forum for deliberation and discussion between the Union and the States on matters of common interest.
  • Its role is largely advisory and recommendatory. It suggests policy directions and deliberates on disputes.
  • It does not possess powers to directly enforce compliance or impose decisions on the States or the Union.
  • Therefore, statement 3 is incorrect.

Conclusion on Correct Statements

Based on the analysis, statements 1 and 2 are correct, while statement 3 is incorrect.

The correct option includes only statements 1 and 2.

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