The term Inter-State relations refer to the relation among different States of the Union. The cooperation and cordial relation among different state is needed for the peace and development of the country. There are certain provisions within the constitution and outside it, which aim at improving the relationship among various states of the Union. These provisions are mechanisms are given below:
- According to Article 261, full faith and credit shall be given throughout the territory of India to public acts, records and judicial proceedings of the Union and of every State.
- Provisions for resolving disputes among them through judicial process. The Supreme Court has been given original jurisdiction with respect to the disputes arising among the States.
- For the development of Inter-State river valleys, River Valley Development Board may be established by the Centre.
- Parliament may by law establish Central Water Tribunal to resolve Inter-State Water Disputes. The Central Water Tribunal has the status of a High Court.
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