Question

Q18. Which of the following are the parameters of Special Category Status?
1. Low resource base, hilly & difficult terrain
2. Non-viable nature of state finances
Which of the above statements are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) Both 1 and 2
• D. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C c) Both 1 and 2

Special Category Status
What are the parameters?
1. Low resource base, hilly & difficult terrain
2. Low population density or sizeable share of tribal population
3. Strategic location along borders with neighbouring countries/ National Security Concerns
4. Economic & infrastructural backwardness
5. Non-viable nature of state finances