GS PrelimsPolityRajya Sabha - Upper House2004

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

A

It contains the scheme of the distribution of powers 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

1 The Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of India deals with the allocation of seats in the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) to the various States and Union Territories. 2 Option (A) refers to the distribution of legislative powers, primarily detailed in the Seventh Schedule. 3 Option (B) refers to the officially recognized languages, listed in the Eighth Schedule. 4 Option (C) refers to provisions regarding the administration of tribal areas, contained in the Fifth and Sixth Schedules.

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