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Regional Councils and Zonal Councils

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Established under the States Reorganisation Act (1956) and subsequent acts to promote interstate cooperation and address common issues—transport, irrigation, border disputes, etc. Chaired by the Union Home Minister and comprising states in each zone (like North, South, East, West, Central, Northeast). They function as advisory bodies fostering dialogue on socio-economic planning, security, or environment. Though their recommendations are not binding, they often reduce friction by enabling direct negotiation among CMs and union ministers. Zonal councils exemplify “cooperative federalism,” bridging regional aspirations with national development objectives and encouraging a harmonious approach to shared concerns.

Practice Questions

Who is responsible for the appointment of the members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?

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

Who is the first woman President of India?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख की नियुक्ति में अंतिम निर्णय किसके द्वारा होता है?

संविधान संशोधन के लिए मतदान कितनी बार किया जाता है?

संघीय ढांचे में केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्ति का विभाजन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

किस अनुच्छेद के तहत नागरिकों को वर्गीय भेदभाव से सुरक्षा मिलती है?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the President of India?

राज्यों के बीच मतभेदों का समाधान किस प्रावधान के तहत किया जाता है?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने निर्वाचन प्रणाली में सुधार किया?