2013
Q. 25
Set A
Polity
Local Government
The Government enacted the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in 1996. Which one of the following is not identified as its objective?
Smart Elimination
Options (a), (b) and (d) talk about Tribal rights, where as option (c) here is odd one out which talks about creating autonomous regions.
The Autonomous District council focus on 6th Schedule States, whereas PESA focus on 5th schedule states.
Potential Trap
'Create autonomous regions' sounds like a tribal protection measure, but that is specific to the **Sixth Schedule**, not PESA.
Answer Key & Explanation
Answer: CThe correct answer is Option C.
Explanation:
- PESA Act (1996): Extension of Panchayat Raj to Scheduled Areas (5th Schedule).
- Objectives:
- Provide self-governance (Gram Sabha centrality). (Correct)
- Recognize traditional rights and customs. (Correct)
- Free tribal people from exploitation (moneylending, land alienation). (Correct)
- Exception: Creating 'Autonomous Regions' is a specific feature of the Sixth Schedule (Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram), not the PESA Act.
Value Addition
- Gram Sabha: Under PESA, Gram Sabha is the most powerful body (approves plans, identifies beneficiaries, manages minor forest produce).
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