Question 1981

Match List-I (Schedules) with List-II (Provisions/Functionaries) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Schedule) A. Fifth Schedule B. Sixth Schedule C. Eighth Schedule D. Tenth Schedule List-II (Specific Provisions/Functionaries) 1. Provisions relating to disqualification on grounds of defection 2. Administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes 3. Administration of Tribal Areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram 4. List of 22 Official Languages of India

Answer

A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1

Why?

The correct answer is A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1.Let's match the schedules with their respective provisions:A. Fifth Schedule: This schedule deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes across various states, excluding the four northeastern states covered by the Sixth Schedule. So, A-2.B. Sixth Schedule: This schedule contains provisions for the administration of Tribal Areas in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, granting them considerable autonomy. So, B-3.C. Eighth Schedule: This schedule lists the 22 official languages recognized by the Constitution of India. So, C-4.D. Tenth Schedule: This schedule, added by the 52nd Amendment Act of 1985, deals with the disqualification of Members of Parliament and State Legislatures on the grounds of defection. So, D-1.Therefore, the correct match is A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1.