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?

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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?

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**Solution:**

1. The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution specifically deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes in states other than those in the Northeast. This is to protect tribal interests and ensure their welfare.

2. Under the Fifth Schedule, the Governor of a state having Scheduled Areas has special powers, including the authority to make regulations to prohibit or restrict the transfer of land from tribals to non-tribals. This is intended to safeguard tribal land rights.

Therefore, both statements 1 and 2 are correct.

**Answer:** Both 1 and 2

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