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Scheduled and Tribal Areas

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Constitutional arrangements under Articles 244 and 244A deal with areas inhabited by socially and economically vulnerable tribal groups, providing special administrative and governance structures. Part X includes provisions for Fifth Schedule areas (mainland tribal regions) and Sixth Schedule areas (autonomous districts in northeastern states). These frameworks protect tribal culture, land rights, and customary practices. District or regional councils have legislative, executive, and judicial powers to preserve indigenous institutions. State governors hold discretionary authority to regulate governance, ensuring minimal exploitation. Balances between autonomy and integration remain contentious, with calls for more robust tribal self-governance and development measures.

Practice Questions

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

भारत में निर्वाचन आयोग का गठन किस आधार पर होता है?

Which of the following provisions is related to the emergency powers of the President of India?

राष्ट्रपति के आपातकालिक शक्तियाँ किस अनुच्छेद के तहत निर्धारित हैं?

वरिष्ठ न्यायाधीशों के चयन में किस समिति का योगदान होता है?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चयन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?

संविधान संशोधन के लिए मतदान कितनी बार किया जाता है?

Which of the following is the highest judicial authority in India?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment process?

संविधान सभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से हुआ था?