Multiple choice

In which one of the following states is it constitutionally obligatory for the state to have a separate minister for tribal welfare?

  1. Bihar

  2. Orissa

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. All of these

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Fifth Schedule of the Constitution (para 4) applies to states having Scheduled Areas, which include Bihar, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and others. These states are constitutionally required to have a separate minister in charge of tribal welfare. This provision was made to ensure focused attention on tribal development in these states.