Centre-State fiscal relationship,role of Finance Commission; Financial aspects of 73rd and 74th Constitutional amendments.

Under the Constitution the financial Resources of the State are very limited though they have to do many works of social uplift under directive principles. In order to cope with their ever-expanding needs, the Central Government makes grants-in-aid to the States. Grant- in-aid to States , through it Central Government exercises a strict control over … Read more

Punchhi Commission Report – Reports of Various Commissions

The Punchhi Commission Report: A Landmark Study on Centre-State Relations in India The Punchhi Commission, formally known as the National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution, was established in 2000 by the Indian government under the chairmanship of former Chief Justice of India, Justice M.N. Venkatachaliah. The Commission was tasked with examining the … Read more

Legislative Relations- Centre-State Relations

Navigating the Labyrinth: Legislative Relations and Centre-State Relations in India India, a vast and diverse nation, operates under a complex federal structure where power is shared between the central government and the states. This intricate system necessitates a robust framework for legislative relations, ensuring smooth coordination and cooperation between the two levels of government. This … Read more