Which committee was instrumental in recommending changes to the Centre-State relations in India?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Answer: The Sarkaria Commission.
Explanation:
The 'Sarkaria Commission' was constituted in June 1983, under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria, to review and recommend improvements regarding Centre-State relations in India. The Commission submitted its report in 1988, offering 247 recommendations. Its key recommendations included the sparing use of Article 356 (President's Rule) and the establishment of an 'Inter-State Council.' The Commission emphasized "Cooperative Federalism" to foster cooperation and coordination between the Centre and the States.
Additional Points:
Ashok Mehta Committee (1977) and Balwant Rai Mehta Committee (1957): Both these committees are associated with the reform and establishment of the 'Panchayati Raj System' in India.
Punchhi Commission (2007): This commission was constituted under the chairmanship of Madan Mohan Punchhi to undertake a fresh review of Centre-State relations.
Potential Exam Questions and Answers:
Question: In which year was the Sarkaria Commission constituted?
Answer: 1983.
Question: Which Article of the Constitution mentions the Inter-State Council?
Answer: Article 263.