What was Punchhi Commission?

The Punchhi Commission was constituted by the Government of India in 2007 as a Commission on Centre-State relations. It was chaired by Justice Madan Mohan Punchhi who was formerly the Chief Justice of India from 18 January 1998 until his retirement on 9 October 1998.

Why was Punchhi Commission setup?

The Commission was set up by the UPA government in 2007 to take a fresh look at the roles and responsibilities of different levels of Government and their inter-relations. The report of this three-member Commission headed by M.M. Punchhi was submitted in 2010 to the then Home Minister P. Chidambaram.

Which committee examined the Centre and state relationship?

Sarkaria Commission
Sarkaria Commission was set up in 1983 by the central government of India. The Sarkaria Commission’s charter was to examine the central-state relationship on various portfolios and suggest changes within the framework of Constitution of India.

Which committee made recommendations about the Centre-state relations?

THE ADMINISTRATIVE REFORMS COMMISSION (1969)
THE ADMINISTRATIVE REFORMS COMMISSION (1969) The Administrative Reforms Commission (1969) made 22 recommendations to improve Centre-State relations. It ruled out any constitutional amendment and considered the existing provisions as sufficient to regulate federal tensions.

Who was the chairman of the Punchhi Commission?

The Punchhi Commission was constituted by the Government of India in 2007 as a Commission on Centre-State relations. It was chaired by Justice Madan Mohan Punchhi who was formerly the Chief Justice of India from 18 January 1998 until his retirement on 9 October 1998.

What did the Punchhi Commission recommend for IAS?

In matters concerning internal security the Punchhi Commission recommended the creation of a superseding structure (much like the Homeland Security Department in the US), that gave prominence to the National Integration Council. It recommended the Council to meet at least once annually.

How are committees and commissions formed in India?

The committee was constituted in September 2019. Committees and commissions are formed for studying a problem or issue and then making recommendations to resolve the issue. The government can either accept or reject the findings/recommendations of the committee.

Who are the members of Centre State Relations Committee in India?

The Committee has 5 members including former Chief Justice of India, Justice Madan Mohan Punchhi as its chairman. It reviewed the working of Centre-State relations identifying the areas of tension or conflict and to make suggestions and to recommend for the smooth working of Centre-State relations.