The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to
- A. protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes
- B. determine the boundaries between States
- C. determine the powers, authority and responsibilities of Panchayats
- D. protect the interests of all the border States
Answer: A
Explanation
Fifth Schedule: Administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes (areas and tribes need special protection due to disadvantageous conditions). Sixth Schedule: Provisions for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram.