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Tribal Rights and Legal Protections

Description: This quiz focuses on the rights and legal protections accorded to tribal communities in India.
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Which constitutional amendment recognized the rights of tribal communities to their traditional lands and resources?

  1. Amendment 1

  2. Amendment 5

  3. Amendment 10

  4. Amendment 25


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 25th Amendment to the Constitution of India, enacted in 1972, recognized the rights of tribal communities to their traditional lands and resources.

What is the primary legislation that governs the rights of tribal communities in India?

  1. The Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996

  2. The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006

  3. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955

  4. The Indian Forest Act, 1927


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, is the primary legislation that governs the rights of tribal communities in India.

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination against tribal communities?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination against tribal communities on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.

What is the purpose of the Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?

  1. To provide special provisions for the administration of tribal areas

  2. To list the Scheduled Tribes of India

  3. To specify the powers of the President of India

  4. To define the fundamental rights of citizens


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides special provisions for the administration of tribal areas, including the establishment of Tribal Advisory Councils.

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to issue executive orders for the welfare of tribal communities?

  1. Article 342

  2. Article 343

  3. Article 344

  4. Article 345


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 342 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to issue executive orders for the welfare of tribal communities.

What is the role of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) in India?

  1. To advise the government on matters related to tribal welfare

  2. To investigate complaints of discrimination against tribal communities

  3. To promote the economic and educational development of tribal communities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is a constitutional body that advises the government on matters related to tribal welfare, investigates complaints of discrimination against tribal communities, and promotes their economic and educational development.

Which provision of the Indian Constitution allows for the creation of autonomous councils in tribal areas?

  1. Article 244(2)

  2. Article 244(3)

  3. Article 244(4)

  4. Article 244(5)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 244(2) of the Indian Constitution allows for the creation of autonomous councils in tribal areas.

What is the primary objective of the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) in India?

  1. To ensure the allocation of funds for tribal development

  2. To promote the participation of tribal communities in decision-making processes

  3. To provide legal aid to tribal communities

  4. To protect the cultural heritage of tribal communities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) in India is to ensure the allocation of funds for tribal development.

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits the transfer of tribal lands to non-tribal individuals or entities?

  1. Article 244(1)

  2. Article 244(2)

  3. Article 244(3)

  4. Article 244(4)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 244(1) of the Indian Constitution prohibits the transfer of tribal lands to non-tribal individuals or entities.

What is the purpose of the Forest Rights Act, 2006?

  1. To recognize the rights of forest-dwelling communities to their traditional lands and resources

  2. To promote sustainable forest management practices

  3. To prevent the encroachment of forest lands by non-tribal individuals or entities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Forest Rights Act, 2006, recognizes the rights of forest-dwelling communities to their traditional lands and resources, promotes sustainable forest management practices, and prevents the encroachment of forest lands by non-tribal individuals or entities.

Which constitutional amendment extended the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies?

  1. Amendment 7

  2. Amendment 8

  3. Amendment 9

  4. Amendment 10


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 9th Amendment to the Constitution of India, enacted in 1951, extended the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.

What is the role of the Gram Sabha in the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006?

  1. To approve the claims of forest-dwelling communities to their traditional lands and resources

  2. To resolve disputes related to forest rights

  3. To monitor the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Gram Sabha plays a crucial role in the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006, by approving the claims of forest-dwelling communities to their traditional lands and resources, resolving disputes related to forest rights, and monitoring the implementation of the Act.

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of a Minister for Tribal Affairs?

  1. Article 338A

  2. Article 338B

  3. Article 338C

  4. Article 338D


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 338A of the Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of a Minister for Tribal Affairs.

What is the primary objective of the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED)?

  1. To promote the marketing of tribal products

  2. To provide financial assistance to tribal cooperatives

  3. To train tribal entrepreneurs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) aims to promote the marketing of tribal products, provide financial assistance to tribal cooperatives, and train tribal entrepreneurs.

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to appoint a Governor for a state?

  1. Article 153

  2. Article 154

  3. Article 155

  4. Article 156


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Article 155 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to appoint a Governor for a state.

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