The first list of castes and tribes was created through two orders: The Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, and The Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order, 1950, containing 821 …

Difference between Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes is explained here in detail. During the Independence of India, the Scheduled Caste remained economically dependent, politically …

Jun 5, 2021 · Scheduled Tribes (STs) in India refer to the various indigenous communities or tribes that are recognized by the government for special protection and assistance. The …

The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Orders (Amendment) Act, 1976 is an Indian legislation that addresses the inclusion and exclusion of certain castes and tribes in the lists of …

Three categories were named, though not clearly defined: Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other Backward Classes. Very roughly, these were comprised respectively of (1) …

it its report to the Central Government. The National Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes was given Constitutional status on 12th March, 1992 as per the Constitution …

RVICES FOR SC/ST 1. CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISIONS 1.1 Definition of Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution of India define as to who …

Out of roughly 3000 castes estimated to exist in India, as many as 779 have been designated as Scheduled Castes. They are mainly concentrated in Uttar Pradesh (35.1 million), West Bengal …

These communities were notified as Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes as per provisions contained in Clause 1 of Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution respectively.

In pursuance of section 41 of the States Reorganisation Act and section 14 of the Bihar and West Bengal (Transfer of Territories) Act, 1956 (40 of 1956), the President issued the Scheduled …