17) 6th schedule status

Question 1

How many states are under 6th schedule now ?

Answer 1

4 – Assam , Meghalaya, Mizoram, Tripura

Question 2

Why is this topic in news ?

Answer 2

Constant demand from Political groups to also add Arunachal Pradesh into this schedule

Question 3

6th schedule provisions are under which article ?

Answer 3

A.244

Question 4

For tribal areas, which council is established ?

Answer 4

Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) – There are 10 total from all 4 states collectively

Question 5

Composition of ADCs ?

Answer 5

District council of 30 members of whom 4 are nominated by Governor and 26 are elected on the basis of Universal Adult Franchise

Question 6

Difference between the powers of elected and nominated members ?

Answer 6

Elected members hold office for 5yrs

Nominated are under the pleasure of Governor

Question 7

Does the law made by Parliament or State legislature apply to these areas ?

Answer 7

YESS but only if President and Governor give their approval