The Inter-State Council, established under Article 263, is chaired by the Prime Minister and includes Chief Ministers of all States and Union Territories with legislatures, promoting ______ federalism.
- competitive
- cooperative
- fiscal
- administrative
Answer: cooperative
Article 263: President may establish Inter-State Council to: (a) inquire into and advise on disputes between States, (b) investigate subjects of common interest, (c) make policy recommendations. Established 1990; chaired by PM; members include CMs, UT Lt. Governors, Union Ministers. Institutionalizes dialogue and consensus-building in Centre-State relations.