GS PrelimsPolityRajya Sabha - Upper House2001

Which one of the following statements correctly describes the Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of India?

A

It lists the distribution of power between the Union and the States

B

It contains the languages listed in the Constitution

C

It contains the provisions regarding the administration of tribal areas

D

It allocates seats in the Council of States

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

The question asks to identify the correct description of the Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of India. 1. Option (A) is incorrect: The distribution of legislative powers between the Union and the States is listed in the Seventh Schedule. 2. Option (B) is incorrect: The languages listed in the Constitution are contained in the Eighth Schedule. 3. Option (C) is incorrect: Provisions regarding the administration of tribal areas are contained in the Fifth and Sixth Schedules. 4. Option (D) is correct: The Fourth Schedule allocates seats in the Rajya Sabha (the Council of States) to the States and Union Territories.

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