Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Article 263.
• Article 263 empowers the President to establish an Inter-State Council (ISC).
• The ISC facilitates coordination and cooperation between the Union and States.
• It is an advisory body, not a permanent constitutional institution.
Information Booster:
• ISC was set up in 1990.
• It discusses inter-state disputes and policy coordination.
• Chaired by the Prime Minister.
Additional Knowledge:
• Article 262 deals with inter-state river water disputes.
• ISC strengthens cooperative federalism.