2018 · Q85
Which one of the following Schedules to the Constitution of India provides for setting up of Autonomous District Councils?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- AThird Schedule
- BFourth Schedule
- CFifth Schedule
- DSixth Schedule
Explanation
The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution provides for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram through Autonomous District Councils and Regional Councils. These councils enjoy legislative, executive and judicial powers over specified subjects. The provision is not found in the Fifth, Third or Fourth Schedules. Hence the Sixth Schedule is the answer.