Consider the following statements:
1. Schedule VI applies to tribal areas in Assam and Tripura.
2. Autonomous Councils under Schedule VI can make laws on forest management.
3. Schedule VI is applicable to Jharkhand.
Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Only 1 and 2
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution (Schedule VI) applies to certain tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. Its objective is to provide autonomous administration to tribal regions.
Statement 2 is correct. Under the Sixth Schedule, the Autonomous District Councils are empowered to make laws on subjects such as land, forest management, water resources, and agriculture, which strengthens local governance.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The Sixth Schedule does not apply to Jharkhand. Jharkhand comes under the Fifth Schedule (Schedule V), which deals with a different system of tribal administration.
Key Points:
• The Sixth Schedule applies to tribal areas of Northeast India
• It includes Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram
• Autonomous Councils have limited legislative powers
• Jharkhand falls under the Fifth Schedule
Additional Facts:
• The Sixth Schedule is related to Articles 244(2) and 275(1)
• Its aim is to protect tribal culture and ensure self-governance
• It is a special provision in India’s federal structure
Important Questions:
Q1: Which states are covered under the Sixth Schedule?
Ans: Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram
Q2: What is the main objective of the Sixth Schedule?
Ans: To provide autonomy to tribal areas
Q3: Under which Schedule does Jharkhand fall?
Ans: Fifth Schedule