Question

 Who are the Scheduled Tribes? 

30 Jul 2026
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Scheduled Tribes (STs) are indigenous communities recognized by the Constitution of India as socially and economically disadvantaged groups requiring special protection and support. They are among the earliest inhabitants of the Indian subcontinent and possess distinct cultural identities, languages, customs, traditions, and social institutions. The term "Scheduled Tribes" derives from Article 342 of the Constitution, under which the President of India specifies certain communities as Scheduled Tribes in consultation with the Governors of the respective states. Parliament has the authority to include or exclude communities from this list through legislation. The identification of Scheduled Tribes is based on several broad characteristics such as distinctive culture, geographical isolation, economic backwardness, dependence on forests and natural resources, and relative social marginalization. Although these criteria have guided recognition, they are not rigid or uniformly applied. Different tribes display considerable diversity in terms of language, occupation, religion, social organization, and levels of development. India is home to more than 700 Scheduled Tribe communities spread across different regions. They constitute about 8.6 percent of the
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