Q. Consider the following statements regarding Inter-State council:
1. Article 262 of Indian Constitution provisions for the establishment of an Inter-State Council.
2. Parliament can establish such a council by passing a law.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D
Notes:

Article 263 contemplates the establishment of an Inter-State Council to effect coordination between the states and between Centre and states.  

  • Thus, the President can establish such a council if at any time it appears to him that the public interest would be served by its establishment.  
  • He can define the nature of duties to be performed by such a council and its organisation and procedure. 

Source: Laxmikanth 


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