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The Inter-State Council: A Critical Analysis of its Role in Promoting Cooperative Federalism in India

The Inter-State Council (ISC) is one of the significant constitutional bodies in India that plays a crucial role in promoting cooperative federalism. Established by the President under Article 263 of the Indian Constitution, the ISC aims to facilitate coordination and cooperation between the Centre and the states and among the states themselves. Its primary role…

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The Role of the Finance Commission in Centre-State Financial Relations

Introduction The Finance Commission plays a crucial role in shaping the fiscal framework between the Centre and the States in India. Established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution, the Finance Commission is a constitutional body tasked with recommending the distribution of financial resources between the Union (Central Government) and the States, as well as…

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