The primary objective of tribal representation in government and policy-making is to ensure the protection of tribal rights and interests, including their land rights, cultural heritage, and traditional practices.

Article 371A of the Indian Constitution provides special provisions for the protection of the rights of tribal communities in the states of Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Tripura, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Mizoram.

The Tribal Advisory Council (TAC) is a statutory body established in various states of India to advise the state government on matters related to tribal welfare, including the protection of tribal rights, the promotion of tribal development, and the implementation of tribal welfare schemes.

The Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 extends the provisions of the Panchayati Raj Act to tribal areas, provides for the establishment of Gram Sabhas in tribal villages, and ensures the representation of tribal communities in local self-government institutions.

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is the nodal ministry in the Government of India responsible for the welfare and development of tribal communities in the country.

The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is a statutory body established to protect the rights of tribal communities, promote their welfare, and investigate cases of atrocities against them.

The Forest Rights Act, 2006 recognizes the rights of tribal communities over forest lands, provides for the restitution of forest rights to tribal communities, and promotes the sustainable use of forest resources by tribal communities.

The Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) aims to ensure the allocation of funds for tribal development, promote the economic development of tribal areas, and provide basic amenities and services to tribal communities.

Article 330 of the Indian Constitution provides for the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament.

The National Tribal Policy, 2006 provides a comprehensive framework for tribal development, promotes the empowerment of tribal communities, and ensures the protection of tribal rights and interests.

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Panchayats in India, which are local self-government institutions at the village and intermediate levels.

The Gram Sabha is the primary decision-making body at the village level in India. It discusses and approves village development plans, elects members of the Gram Panchayat, and monitors the implementation of development schemes in the village.

Article 332 of the Indian Constitution provides for the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in state legislative assemblies.

The PESA Act, 1996 recognizes the traditional rights and powers of Gram Sabhas, provides for the devolution of powers to Gram Sabhas, and promotes the participation of tribal communities in decision-making processes.

Article 243D of the Indian Constitution provides for the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in local self-government institutions.