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Indian Polity & Constitution · Question 59 of 75

Question 59

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The Finance Commission is constituted by the President under

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CorrectNot quiteAnswer B

Correct answer: B

Explanation

  1. Article 280 requires the President to constitute a Finance Commission every fifth year, or earlier if needed.

  2. Its task is to recommend how tax revenue is shared between the Union and the States, and how grants-in-aid are distributed.

  3. Article 263 is the Inter-State Council, a different body with a different purpose.

Concept
Article 280
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50 s
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