I. The Inter-State Council, 

II. The National Security Council, 

III. Zonal Councils. 

How many of the above were established as per the provisions of the Constitution of India?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All the three
(d) None

Ans-a

Explanation

The Inter-State Council (ISC) is a body established under Article 263 of the Indian Constitution to facilitate coordination and collaboration between the Union and the States.

Zonal Councils are statutory bodies were set up by Part-III of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.

The National Security Council (NSC)of India is an executive government body tasked with advising the prime Minister of India on matters of national security and foreign policy.

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