Scheduled Areas

The areas inhabited by the socially and educationally backward ‘Aboriginals’ are called Scheduled Areas.

  • Scheduled and tribal areas under fifth and sixth schedule of the Constitution.

Constitutional Provisions

  • Part 10 of the Indian Constitution entails the provisions related to Scheduled and Tribal Areas with Articles 244 – 244 A.
  • Article 339 of the Indian Constitution mentions the Union government’s control over the Scheduled Areas administration and welfare of the Scheduled Tribes.

Important Points

  • The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes.
  • President is empowered to declare ....
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