2016 · Q81
Which one of the following Articles / Schedules in the Constitution of India deals with Autonomous District Councils?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- AEighth Schedule
- BArticle 370
- CSixth Schedule
- DArticle 250
Explanation
Autonomous District Councils, which provide tribal self-governance in the hill areas of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram, are constituted under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution (Articles 244(2) and 275(1)). The Eighth Schedule lists official languages, Article 370 dealt with Jammu and Kashmir's special status, and Article 250 concerns Parliament's residuary legislative powers during emergencies. The correct provision is the Sixth Schedule, option (C).