Part XXI: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions
Article 371B: Special Provision with respect to Assam
Original Article:
(1) Notwithstanding anything in this Constitution, the President may, by order made with respect to the State of Assam, provide for the constitution and functions of a committee of the Legislative Assembly of the State...
Amendments: Twenty-second Amendment (1969); North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act (1971).
Explanations:
Article 371B addresses the unique cultural and administrative needs of tribal regions in Assam...
Clause-by-Clause Explanation:
Clause (1): Formation of Tribal Committees
The President can create a committee within the Assam Legislative Assembly...
Legislative History:
Introduced through the 22nd Amendment to address demands for greater tribal autonomy...
Historical Significance:
The introduction of Article 371B highlighted the importance of tribal representation...
Real-life Examples:
The committee has successfully influenced policies, such as land rights protections...
Debates and Deliberations:
During the Constituent Assembly debates, the focus was on balancing autonomy...
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Section 1
It ensures tailored governance for tribal areas in Assam...
By providing a dedicated committee within the Assam Legislative Assembly...
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Section 2
The President of India establishes it through a formal order...
The President can specify changes to ensure the committee’s effective functioning...
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Section 3
It was added through the Twenty-second Amendment Act in 1969...
It expanded the scope of tribal areas included under Article 371B...
References:
- Government of India Website
- Constitution (Twenty-second Amendment) Act, 1969
- North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, 1971