Question

Under which Schedule of the Indian Constitution are the provisions for the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes provided?

• A. Fourth Schedule
• B. Fifth Schedule
• C. Seventh Schedule
• D. Eighth Schedule

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Fifth Schedule

Article 244 (1) of the Indian Constitution defines Scheduled Areas as the areas defined by the President of India and are mentioned in the fifth schedule of the Constitution According to Article 244 and the Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, the President can notify an area as a 'Scheduled Area' through an order, usually after consultation with the Governor of the respective state.