Q83.
With reference to India, consider the following : I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above are established as per the provisions of the Constitution of India?
Answer
A
Explanation
Council: Established under Article 263 of the the Inter-State Council is a constitutional created to foster coordination between States and the Centre and the States. Hence option I is Security Council (NSC): The NSC was formed an executive order of the Government of India. As it no mention in the Constitution, it functions as an body. Hence option II is not correct. Councils: These were set up under the States Act, 1956—an Act of Parliament. Since are not created by any constitutional provision, are classified as statutory bodies. Hence option III not correct.