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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

किस संविधान संशोधन में "सौम्य" शब्द की जगह "विनम्र" शब्द का उपयोग किया गया?

केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्तियों का विभाजन किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से होता है?

Which of the following is the longest-serving political party in India?

अधिकारों की गारंटी किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से दी गई है?

Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

In India, the power to declare war and peace is vested in which of the following?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

न्यायपालिका की नियुक्ति में पुनरीक्षण किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

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