Constitution provided mechanisms for
State–State cooperation,
Peaceful dispute resolution,
Policy coordination.
Inter-State Relations was introduced
Inter-State Relations - Polity UPSC notes Background: Why Inter-State Relations Were Needed India adopted a federal system after Independence. Powers are divided between: Union (Centre) States Problems arose because: Rivers flow across many states. Trade and movement cross state borders. Policies of one state affect others. Mere Centre–State cooperation was not enough . Therefore, the Constitution provided mechanisms for: State–State cooperation Peaceful dispute resolution Policy coordination 👉 Hence, the concept of Inter-State Relations was introduced. Constitutional Provisions for Inter-State Comity (Cooperation) 1. Adjudication of Inter-State Water Disputes River waters often cause disputes because: Rivers flow across multiple states. Water is essential for agriculture, drinking, and industry. Constitution provides a special mechanism for resolving such disputes. (Explained later under Article 262) 2. Coordination Through Inter-State Councils Some issues: Are not legal disputes Need discussion and consensus Hence, councils were created to: Discuss c…
