Q. Consider the following statements with respect to Inter-State council:
1. Article 262 contemplates the establishment of an Inter-State Council to effect coordination between the states and between Centre and states
2. Parliament can establish such a council to serve the public interest
Which of the following codes below given is/are NOT correct?
Red Book
Red Book

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Article 263 contemplates the establishment of an Inter-State Council to effect coordination between the states and between Centre and states. Thus, the President can establish such a council if at any time it appears to him that the public interest would be served by its establishment. He can define the nature of duties to be performed by such a council and its organisation and procedure.

Source: ForumIAS

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