Context: The delays and the confusion in the decision making under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council could increase Centre-State friction.
Agenda before the Council: Issue of compensation to the states owing to a shortfall in the revenue collection
Measures taken by the Government.
Challenges:
Conclusion: The overall uncertainty and delays will create more stress in Centre-state relations at a time when they are required to work closely to implement reforms and revive growth.