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Administration of Scheduled Areas

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Refers to regions declared under the Fifth Schedule, typically in states like Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Gujarat. The Governor wields special powers to regulate or prohibit certain laws, protecting tribal interests. Tribal Advisory Councils advise on welfare and socio-economic advancement. PESA (Panchayats Extension to Scheduled Areas Act, 1996) extends Panchayati Raj to these areas, respecting local customs and restricting land alienation. The objective is to guard tribal identity while promoting grassroots democracy and development. However, inadequate implementation and resource exploitation remain challenges. Understanding scheduled area administration is key to comprehending India’s inclusive yet complex approach to tribal welfare.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Union List of the Indian Constitution?

Who is the first woman President of India?

विधेयक पारित करने की प्रक्रिया किस प्रावधान के अंतर्गत आती है?

Which of the following is a provision related to the financial powers of the Parliament?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliamentary System?

मौलिक अधिकारों के उल्लंघन पर तत्काल न्यायिक राहत किस अनुच्छेद में दी जाती है?

What is the term of office for the President of India?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने निर्वाचन प्रणाली में सुधार किया?

अधिकारों की गारंटी किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से दी गई है?

लोकसभा का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?