Fifth Schedule

The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides special provisions for the administration of Scheduled Areas, which are regions primarily inhabited by tribal communities. It aims to protect their interests and promote their welfare. The Schedule empowers the President to declare areas as Scheduled, and grants state governments the authority to create laws focused on the development and governance of these regions. It emphasizes the need for local self-governance and safeguards against exploitation of tribal lands and resources, ensuring that tribal communities have a significant voice in decisions affecting their lives and environments.