Correct option is C
Explanation:
• Zonal Councils in India were established under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.
• These councils are meant to promote cooperation and coordination among states.
• The Union Home Minister acts as the common Chairman of all Zonal Councils.
Information Booster:
• There are 5 Zonal Councils in India – Northern, Central, Eastern, Western, and Southern.
• Each council also has a Vice-Chairman (Chief Minister of a member state), rotating annually.
• These councils are advisory bodies, not legislative.
Additional Knowledge:
• Prime Minister (Option A) – not involved in Zonal Councils
• Governor (Option B) – state-level head, not council chairman
• President (Option D) – constitutional head, no direct role here