GS PrelimsPolitySpecial Provisions for States2008 Which Schedule of the Constitution of India contains special provisions for the administration and control of Scheduled Areas in several States?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. The Constitution of India contains several Schedules that list and categorize administrative activities and policies.
2. The Fifth Schedule specifically contains special provisions for the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes in several States of India (excluding Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, which are covered under the Sixth Schedule).
3. The Third Schedule contains forms of Oaths or Affirmations. The Seventh Schedule deals with the division of powers (Union, State, Concurrent lists). The Ninth Schedule contains acts and regulations protected from judicial review.
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