Question

What are the Constitutional provisions and safeguards for the Scheduled
Tribes in India? Discuss the welfare programmes.

05 Aug 2026
Answer :
Word Count : 581
The Constitution of India provides several special provisions and safeguards for the protection, development and welfare of Scheduled Tribes (STs), recognising their distinct cultural identity, social conditions, traditional rights and historical disadvantages. These provisions aim to ensure social justice, equality, political representation and protection from exploitation while promoting the development of tribal communities. Article 15 prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth and permits the State to make special provisions for the advancement of socially and educationally backward classes and Scheduled Tribes. Article 16 provides equality of opportunity in public employment and allows reservation for backward classes, including STs, where adequate representation is lacking. Article 46 directs the State to promote the educational and economic interests
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