Consider the following statements:
1. Inter-State Council was established in 1990 on the recommendation of Sarkaria Commission.
2. It is a constitutional body under Article 263.
3. It has powers to enforce compliance among States.
Which of the above is/are correct?
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 1 and 2 only.
The Inter-State Council was established by a Presidential Order in 1990 following the recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission. It is a permanent constitutional body mandated under Article 263 to facilitate coordination and cooperation between the Union and the States. However, Statement 3 is incorrect because the Council is purely a recommendatory body. It has no legal power to enforce compliance or pass binding orders; its role is to discuss, investigate, and advise on policy coordination.