National Policy on Scheduled Tribes

The National Policy on Scheduled Tribes aims to promote the development, welfare, and social integration of tribal communities in India. It focuses on protecting their cultural identities, ensuring access to education, health, and employment, and preventing exploitation. The policy emphasizes participatory development, respecting tribal traditions while providing opportunities for upliftment. It also seeks to improve infrastructure and safeguard their rights, ensuring that tribal populations are empowered and their unique ways of life are preserved within the broader national development framework.