With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above were established as per the provisions of the Constitution of India?
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Among the listed bodies, only the Inter-State Council is established by the Constitution of India. The others are based on statutory or executive provisions.
I. Inter-State Council – Correct * Established under Article 263 of the Constitution to facilitate Centre-State coordination.
II. National Security Council – Incorrect * Formed in 1998 by an executive order, not mentioned in the Constitution.
III. Zonal Councils – Incorrect * Established under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, a statutory but non-constitutional body.