Governance Deficit and Extremism — Prelims Questions

Which of the following constitutional provisions are directly relevant to addressing governance deficit in Scheduled Areas and preventing extremism?

Consider the following statements regarding the Provisions of the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA), 1996: 1. It aims to provide self-rule for the tribal population. 2. It empowers the Gram Sabha to approve all development projects in the village. 3. It mandates that the Gram Sabha's recommendation is required for granting prospecting license or mining lease for minor minerals. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following is NOT a direct consequence of governance deficit leading to extremism?

The Supreme Court judgment in Nandini Sundar v. State of Chhattisgarh (2011) is significant for internal security because it:

Which of the following Acts aims to correct historical injustices to forest dwellers and is directly relevant to addressing governance deficits in forest areas?