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Consider the following statements about the Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution: 1. It deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes. 2. The Governor of a state with Scheduled Areas can issue regulations to restrict land transfer from tribals to non-tribals. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. Only 1
2. Only 2
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer: Both 1 and 2

Solution

The Fifth Schedule provides for the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes. It also empowers the Governor to make regulations, including restricting or prohibiting transfer of land by tribals to non-tribals in Scheduled Areas.

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