Centre-State Relations — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about the Inter-State Council: 1. It is a constitutional body established under Article 263 2. Its recommendations are binding on both Centre and States 3. It can investigate and discuss any matter of common interest to states 4. The Prime Minister is its Chairman Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following best describes the nature of Indian federalism in Centre-State relations?

In the context of Centre-State financial relations, consider the following: 1. Finance Commission determines the share of states in central taxes 2. Planning Commission allocates funds for centrally sponsored schemes 3. GST Council has equal representation of Centre and States 4. States can borrow from market without central consent Which of the above statements are correct?

The concept of 'Compensatory Federalism' in India refers to:

Which of the following situations would NOT require Centre-State coordination under the Indian Constitution?