Question

According to an Article in the Indian Constitution, Governors of the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat are given special responsibilities to set up development boards in certain regions. Special status is also granted to six backward districts of Hyderabad-Karnataka region. This Article mentions a few more states which are granted special provisions in account of their distinct socio-economic and historical circumstances.

Here, which of the following Articles is being referred to?

• A. Article 370
• B. Article 371
• C. Article 372
• D. Article 377

Answer 1

The correct option is B Article 371

States with non-viable finances don’t get enough tax revenue to run their administration. To assist them in their development, certain provisions are provided in the Constitution of India under Article 371. States like Assam, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Mizoram, enjoy special status due to their distinctive social and historical factors. Protection of cultural and economic rights of indigenous peoples and preferential employment in government services are some of the concessions made under Article 371.