Inter-state coordination

Why it matters

• Facilitates the resolution of inter-state water disputes and resource management challenges.
• Promotes administrative uniformity and the implementation of national policies across state boundaries.
• Strengthens cooperative federalism by providing platforms for dialogue on common socio-economic concerns.
• Ensures effective law enforcement and internal security through shared intelligence and cross-border cooperation.

How it is asked

Focus on the constitutional provisions under Article 263 regarding the Inter-State Council, the role of Zonal Councils in regional integration, and the impact of these mechanisms on reducing federal friction.