Q1. Sarkaria Commission has been set up to study
(a) Centre-State relations
(b) Inter-State relations
(c) Financial aid to States
(d) Splitting of LIC
(UPSC Prelims 1984)
Answer: (a) Centre-State relations
Explanation: The Sarkaria Commission, established in 1983, was tasked with examining and recommending changes to improve Centre-State relations in India. It focused on constitutional, legislative, and administrative arrangements, aiming to strengthen cooperative federalism.
Q2. Sarkaria Commission was set up to
(a) Investigate about the riots that took place in Delhi in 1984
(b) Maintain Centre-State relationship
(c) Make necessary investigations and suggestions regarding the problem of Punjab
(d) Investigate about the assassination of Mrs. Indira Gandhi
(UPSC Prelims 1986)
Answer: (b) Maintain Centre-State relationship
Explanation: The Sarkaria Commission, formed in 1983, was tasked with examining and recommending changes to Centre-State relations in India, focusing on constitutional, legislative, and administrative frameworks.