Q. Consider the following statements:

1. The Inter-State Council was established under the provisions of the Constitution of India.
2. It is a recommendatory body.
3. The Prime Minister of India is the chairman of the Inter-State Council.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: 1, 2 and 3
Notes: All three statements are correct. The Inter-State Council was established under Article 263 of the Constitution of India to promote cooperation between the Centre and States. It is a recommendatory body, making non-binding suggestions for policy and coordination. The Prime Minister of India is indeed its chairman, as mandated by its procedures.