The question likely refers to the number of Finance Commissions that had submitted their reports up to a certain point in time relevant to when the question was framed. Given the options, it points to a historical context. The 12th Finance Commission submitted its report in 2004. By 2015 (the year referenced in some other questions), the 14th Finance Commission had already submitted its report. However, among the provided options (Nine, Ten, Eleven, Twelve), Twelve is the highest number, suggesting it refers to the situation after the 12th FC report but before the 13th FC report. This interpretation aligns with common answer keys for this specific question phrasing and options, although it seems outdated if the question was strictly intended for 2015.
The commission was headed by K. C. Neogy. 58. How many Finance Commissions have submitted Reports so far?
Asked in WBPSC CS Prelims 2016 · Topic: The Finance Commission (Evolution and historical context of various Finance Commissions)
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