Ethnic Conflicts — Prelims Questions

With reference to the Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. It deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes in all states of India. 2. The Governor of a state having Scheduled Areas has the power to direct that any particular Act of Parliament or the State Legislature shall not apply to a Scheduled Area or shall apply with specified modifications. 3. Tribes Advisory Councils are established in states having Scheduled Areas to advise on matters pertaining to the welfare and advancement of Scheduled Tribes.

Which of the following statements best describes the 'Instrumentalist Perspective' on ethnic identity?

Consider the following statements regarding the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA): 1. It can be declared by the Central government or the Governor of a state. 2. Once declared, it remains in force indefinitely unless revoked by the Parliament. 3. The Supreme Court, in Naga People’s Movement of Human Rights v. Union of India (1998), upheld its constitutional validity but laid down strict guidelines for its implementation.

Which of the following is NOT a primary cause contributing to ethnic conflicts in India?

The 'Identity-Security-Development Triangle' framework, as applied to ethnic conflicts, suggests that: