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Q.1
WBCS Prelims 2023
Which among the following was set up under Part III of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956?
A. Inter-state council
B. Zonal council
C. Language commission
D. Sarkaria commission
Explanation
Zonal Councils were established under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 to promote inter-state cooperation and coordination. Five Zonal Councils were created for regional consultation, chaired by the Union Home Minister. They help resolve disputes and improve Centre-State relations. Inter-State Council is under Article 263, while Sarkaria Commission (1983) reviewed Centre-State relations.
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Q.2
WBCS Prelims 2021
Inter-state council is formed by the
A. Prime Minister
B. Parliament
C. Chief Justice of India
D. President
Explanation
The Inter-State Council is constituted by the President under Article 263 to promote coordination between states and the Union. It was established in 1990 based on Sarkaria Commission recommendations. It discusses policies and resolves disputes among states. Other authorities do not have constitutional power to form it.
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