Question

The Recommendations of Sarkaria Commission relates to _______.

• A. Powers and Functions of the President
• B. Formation of Telangana State
• C. Pay Revision for Employees
• D. Centre-State Relations

Hint:

The Sarkaria Commission's main contribution was to provide a balanced framework for resolving conflicts and enhancing cooperation between the central and state governments.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

To solve this, we need to understand the role of the Sarkaria Commission and the nature of its recommendations:
1. Step 1: Understanding the Sarkaria Commission.
The Sarkaria Commission was set up in 1983 to examine the relationship between the Center and the States in India. It aimed to review the working of the existing arrangements in the Constitution and to suggest changes to improve relations between the two. The commission specifically focused on federalism and the distribution of powers and functions between the two levels of government.
2. Step 2: Scope of the Commission’s Recommendations.
The recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission primarily concerned Centre-State relations. It made several suggestions to strengthen federalism, enhance cooperation, and resolve issues between the central government and the states. The Commission's report became a crucial framework for addressing federalism issues in India.
3. Step 3: Elimination of Incorrect Options.
Option (1) Powers and Functions of the President is unrelated to the commission's focus on federal relations. 
Option (2) Formation of Telangana State is not related to the Sarkaria Commission but rather to a later state reorganization issue. 
Option (3) Pay Revision for Employees is a different matter entirely, which does not fall within the scope of the Sarkaria Commission's mandate. 
4. Step 4: Conclusion.
The correct answer is Option (4), as the primary focus of the Sarkaria Commission was to review and suggest reforms related to Centre-State relations.