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Inter-State Relations

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Addresses coordination among states to foster national unity and smooth governance. Mechanisms include Inter-State Councils for policy dialogue, zonal councils, and tribunals like the Interstate River Water Disputes Tribunals for resolving resource conflicts (e.g., Cauvery dispute). States sign bilateral or multilateral agreements for transportation, economic growth, or cultural exchange. The Constitution encourages “comity of states,” minimizing parochial conflicts. However, differences arise over boundary disputes or resource allocation. Structures like the North Eastern Council help balance regional interests. Understanding inter-state relations reveals how India’s federalism transcends individual state boundaries to function cohesively as one nation.

Practice Questions

राष्ट्रपति के आपातकालिक शक्तियाँ किस अनुच्छेद के तहत निर्धारित हैं?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने राष्ट्रपति के चुनाव में एकल मत प्रणाली अपनाने का प्रावधान किया?

Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

Who is the first citizen of India?

Who appoints the members of the Election Commission of India?

Which of the following is a provision related to the financial powers of the Parliament?

Who among the following can recommend the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?

Who can remove the President of India from office?

राष्ट्रपति को हटाने की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?