The Punchhi Commission was established in 2007. It aimed to review the Centre-State relations in India. The commission examined various aspects of governance. It focused on the distribution of powers and responsibilities. The recommendations sought to enhance cooperative federalism. The report addressed issues of political and administrative decentralisation. Its findings have influenced discussions on constitutional reforms in India.
The Constitution of India demarcates spheres between the Union and the States in their areas of financial matters. The Parliament has the power to levy taxes on subjects...
No federal scheme can work effectively unless the Union and the States and/or the States among themselves cooperate and co-ordinate with each other. To promote cooperation and coordination...
