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Topic: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.
4. A rejuvenated Inter-State Council can play a vital role in better implementation of governance practices, involve the states more closely in the planning and delivery of services and lead to a more prudent fiscal discipline. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: New Indian Express , Insights on India
Why the question:
A defining feature of the eight-year rule of the Narendra Modi government is its often baffling adherence to secrecy while framing and implementing policies. From demonetisation to the Covid-19 lockdown to the farmers’ bill to the scrapping of Article 370, every major decision of the government was shrouded in mystery.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the importance of Inter-State Council for centre-state relations and development of India.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about Inter-State Council Article 263, its aims and objectives.
Body:
First, give brief context of development of ISC with respect to centre-state relations and issues associated with the ISC.
Next, write about how the ISC can play a part in improving governance, bridging trust deficit between centre and state and better fiscal management. Substantive with examples.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward.
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