Question

Consider the following statements:

1. Inter-State Council is a constitutional body under Article 263.

2. Its recommendations are binding on the Union and States.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Only 1

• Constitutional Provision: The Inter-State Council is a constitutional body established under Article 263 of the Constitution of India.

• Mandate and Nature: It is not a permanent constitutional body. Instead, it can be established 'at any time' by the President of India if it appears that the public interest would be served by its establishment.

• Advisory Role: The duties assigned to the Council are purely advisory in nature. Its recommendations are not binding on the Union or State governments.

• Establishment: It was set up in 1990 through a Presidential Order on the recommendation of the Sarkaria Commission (1983-88).