Temporary Special Provisions: notes and MCQs for State PSC prelims

Temporary Special Provisions is part of Indian Polity and Governance. Below are notes on 3 sub-topics, followed by practice MCQs from State PSC and UPSC papers.

Article 370: Special Status of Jammu and Kashmir (historical context and abrogation)

Article 370 of the Indian Constitution granted special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
It was a temporary and transitional provision listed in Part XXI of the Constitution.
Article 35A, inserted via a 1954 Presidential Order, empowered J&K's legislature to define 'permanent residents' and grant them special rights regarding employment, property acquisition, and settlement.
J&K had its own separate Constitution, which came into force on 26th January 1957.
Under Article 370, many provisions of the Indian Constitution did not apply to J&K:

The Directive Principles of State Policy did not apply.
Article 19(1)(f) (Right to acquire, hold, and dispose of property) was omitted for J&K residents.
Central laws like The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013, did not extend to J&K.

The Indian Constitution's Article 368 (amendment procedure) was applicable to J&K, but with specific modifications requiring the concurrence of the J&K Constituent Assembly for certain changes concerning J&K.
The nomenclature of the Executive Head of J&K changed from 'Sadar-i-Riyasat' to 'Governor' in 1965 by the 6th Amendment to the State Constitution of J&K.
Abrogation of Special Status: The Government of India rendered Article 370 inoperative on 5th August 2019 via Presidential Order (C.O. 272).
The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, bifurcated the state into two Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir (with a legislature) and Ladakh (without a legislature).
Post-abrogation, the entire Constitution of India now applies to J&K, and its separate Constitution has been nullified.
While its operational effect has been nullified, the text of Article 370 technically remains in the Constitution; it has not been repealed from the constitutional document itself.

Constitutional philosophy and rationale for Temporary Special Provisions

Indian Constitution Part XXI is titled "Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions."
Article 370 was part of Part XXI of the Indian Constitution.
Art. 370 provided special status to Jammu and Kashmir, classified as a temporary transitional provision.
The rationale for such temporary/transitional provisions (like Art. 370) is to address specific evolving political, administrative, or social circumstances for a limited period, facilitating gradual integration or normalisation into the constitutional framework.
These provisions are designed to be timebound or subject to presidential/parliamentary action for modification/abrogation, reflecting their temporary nature.

Special Provisions for States under Articles 371 to 371-J

Article 371 (Maharashtra & Gujarat):

President empowered to authorize Governor with special responsibility for:
Establishment of separate development boards for:

Vidarbha, Marathwada, and rest of Maharashtra.
Kutch, Saurashtra, and rest of Gujarat.

Equitable allocation of funds for development, educational & vocational facilities, and adequate employment opportunities in state services for these areas.

Article 371A (Nagaland - 13th CAA, 1962):

No Act of Parliament regarding: Religious or social practices of 1. the Nagas. Naga customary law and pro2. cedure. Administration of civil and 3. criminal justice involving decisions according to Naga customary law. Ownership and transfer of land 4. and its resources. shall apply to Nagaland unless the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland by a resolution so decides.
Governor has special responsibility for law and order in the State for as long as internal disturbances persist (esp. in Tuensang district), subject to President's directions.
Governor ensures proper functioning of a regional council for Tuensang district.
Allocation of money for Tuensang district on recommendation of the Governor.

Article 371B (Assam - 22nd CAA, 1969):

President may provide for the constitution of a committee of the Legislative Assembly of the State, consisting of members elected from the tribal areas of Assam.

Article 371C (Manipur - 27th CAA, 1971):

President may provide for the constitution of a committee of the Legislative Assembly of the State, consisting of members elected from the hill areas of Manipur.
Governor has a special responsibility to ensure the proper functioning of this hill area committee.
Annual report by the Governor to the President regarding the administration of the hill areas.

Article 371D (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana - 32nd CAA, 1973) & 371E:

371D: President can make orders providing for equitable opportunities and facilities for people in public employment and education. Provision for constitution of administrative tribunals to deal with service disputes. (Now applicable to both AP and Telangana post-reorganisation).
371E: Parliament may by law provide for the establishment of a Central University in Andhra Pradesh.

Article 371F (Sikkim - 36th CAA, 1975):

Sikkim Legislative Assembly to consist of not less than 30 members.
Reservation of seats in the Legislative Assembly for different sections of the population.
Protection of rights and interests of the Sikkimese people.
Governor has special responsibility for peace and for ensuring social and economic advancement of different sections of the population.

Article 371G (Mizoram - 53rd CAA, 1986):

No Act of Parliament regarding: Religious or social practices of 1. the Mizos. Mizo customary law and pro2. cedure. Administration of civil and 3. criminal justice involving decisions according to Mizo customary law. Ownership and transfer of land 4. and its resources. shall apply to Mizoram unless the Legislative Assembly of Mizoram by a resolution so decides.
Mizoram Legislative Assembly to consist of not less than 40 members.

Article 371H (Arunachal Pradesh - 55th CAA, 1986):

Governor has special responsibility for law and order, subject to President's directions; this responsibility ceases if President so directs.
Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly to consist of not less than 30 members.

Article 371I (Goa - 56th CAA, 1987):

Goa Legislative Assembly to consist of not less than 30 members.

Article 371J (Karnataka - 98th CAA, 2012):

Special provisions for the HyderabadKarnataka region (now Kalyana Karnataka).
President may provide for:

Establishment of a separate development board for the region.
Equitable allocation of funds for development.
Reservation of seats in educational and vocational training institutions.
Reservation in State government posts for persons belonging to the region.

Governor has a special responsibility for the equitable allocation of funds and providing reservations.

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Practice MCQs: Temporary Special Provisions

Article 370: Special Status of Jammu and Kashmir (historical context and abrogation)

The State of Jammu and Kashmir was accorded special status under
Asked in: APSC CCE Prelims Exam 2016
1. Article 356 of the Constitution
2. Article 370 of the Constitution
3. Article 356 and 370 of the Constitution
4. None of the above
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Answer: B. Article 370 of the Constitution
Article 370 provided special status and internal autonomy to the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
Which one of the following statements about the provisions of the Constitution of India with regard to the State of Jammu and Kashmir is not correct?
Asked in: UPSC CDS 1 2019
1. The Directive Principles of State Policy do not apply.
2. Article 35A gives some special rights to the permanent residents of the State with regard to employment, settlement and property.
3. Article 19(1)(f) has been omitted.
4. Article 368 is not applicable for the amend‐ ment of Constitution of State.
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Answer: C. Article 19(1)(f) has been omitted.
This question refers to the constitutional status of Jammu and Kashmir prior to the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. A) The Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV of the Constitution of India) largely did not apply to Jammu and Kashmir. The Constitution (Application to Jammu and Kashmir) Order, 1954 explicitly stated that Part IV shall not apply in relation to the State. While there might be very specific interpretations or minor exceptions, the statement that they "do not apply" is broadly considered correct in the context of formal constitutional application. B) Article 35A, which stemmed from Article 370 and the 1954 Presidential Order, gave special rights and privileges to the permanent residents of Jammu and Kashmir, including matters related to employment, settlement, and property ownership. This statement is correct. C) Article 19(1)(f), which guaranteed the fundamental right to acquire, hold, and dispose of property, was omitted from the Indian Constitution by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978. This amendment, including the omission of 19(1)(f) and Article 31, was extended to Jammu and Kashmir through subsequent Presidential Orders under Article 370. Thus, statement C is correct. D) Article 368 provides for the amendment of the Constitution of India. The Constitution of the State of Jammu and Kashmir had its own amendment procedure laid down in Section 147 of the Jammu and Kashmir Constitution Act, 1957. Article 368 of the Indian Constitution was not applicable for amending the State Constitution. Thus, statement D is correct.Given that statements B, C, and D are factually correct based on the application of the Indian Constitution to J&K before 2019, statement A is the most likely intended incorrect statement, although the 1954 Order explicitly stated Part IV did not apply. The intended inaccuracy in A might lie in the absolute nature of "do not apply", perhaps suggesting that some principles might have influenced state legislation or judicial interpretation, although the Part as a whole was not directly applicable or enforceable.
Provisions of which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India apply to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
Asked in: UPSC CDS 2 2018
1. Article 238
2. Article 370
3. Article 371
4. Article 371G
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Answer: B. Article 370
Prior to its abrogation in August 2019, Article 370 of the Constitution of India granted special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. It stipulated that most Articles of the Constitution that apply to other states did not apply to J&K, or applied with modifications and exceptions, as per the "Constitution (Application to Jammu and Kashmir) Order".
Article 370 of Indian Constitution is
Asked in: CGPSC Prelims Exam 2015
1. A Regular Provision
2. A Permanent Provision
3. A Temporary and Transitional Provision
4. An Acting Provision
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Answer: C. A Temporary and Transitional Provision
Part XXI of the Indian Constitution deals with Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions. The inclusion of Article 370 in this part explicitly denoted its temporary and transitional nature.
To which State in Indian Union Article 35-A relates ?
Asked in: OPSC CS Prelims 2018
1. Assam
2. Sikkim
3. Jammu & Kashmir
4. Manipur
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Answer: C. Jammu & Kashmir
Article 35A of the Indian Constitution was an article that empowered the Jammu and Kashmir state legislature to define "permanent residents" of the state and provide them with special rights and privileges in matters of public employment, acquisition of immovable property, settlement in the state, and right to scholarships and other forms of aid. This article stemmed from the provisions of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
According to which Article of the Constitution, the State of Jammu and Kashmir has got a Special Status ?
Asked in: UKPSC CS Prelims 2016
1. Article 1
2. Article 360
3. Article 270
4. Article 370
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Answer: D. Article 370
Article 370 was a temporary provision that gave special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir, restricting the Union Parliament's power to make laws for the state to those matters in the Union List and Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, were declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession and such other matters as the President may, with the concurrence of the Government of the State, specify.
Which one of the following statements is not correct?
Asked in: UPSC Combined Section Officer 2019 20
1. Article 370 of the Constitution of India has not been repealed.
2. Article 370 of the Constitution of India is no more a part of the Constitution of India.
3. Jammu and Kashmir has become a Union Ter‐ ritory by amending the Constitution of India.
4. The status of Jammu and Kashmir as a Union Territory is not identical with that of Delhi.
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Answer: C. Jammu and Kashmir has become a Union Ter‐ ritory by amending the Constitution of India.
- A) Article 370 of the Constitution of India has not been repealed. This statement can be considered technically correct. Article 370 was not repealed by a constitutional amendment under Article 368. Instead, it was rendered inoperative by a Presidential Order (C.O. 272) issued under Article 370(3) itself, as modified by C.O. 272. The term used is "shall cease to be operative". - B) Article 370 of the Constitution of India is no more a part of the Constitution of India. This statement is incorrect. The text of Article 370 remains in the Constitution of India under Part XXI (Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions), although official versions note that it has "Ceased to be operative". It has not been removed from the written text of the Constitution. - C) Jammu and Kashmir has become a Union Territory by amending the Constitution of India. This statement is incorrect. The state of Jammu and Kashmir was reorganized into two Union Territories (Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh) by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, which is an Act of Parliament, not a constitutional amendment. - D) The status of Jammu and Kashmir as a Union Territory is not identical with that of Delhi. This statement is correct. Both J&K and Delhi are Union Territories with a legislature, but their specific powers and the constitutional provisions governing them (Art 239AA for Delhi, and the Reorganisation Act for J&K) are different. For example, police powers are handled differently.
The Constitution of India contains special provisions for
Asked in: UPSC Combined Section Officer 2019 20
1. Punjab
2. Uttarakhand
3. Gujarat
4. Jammu and Kashmir
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Answer: C. Gujarat
The Constitution of India contains special provisions for several states under Part XXI, Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions. Article 371 provides special provisions for Maharashtra and Gujarat, enabling the President to provide for the establishment of separate development boards for Vidarbha, Marathwada, the rest of Maharashtra, Saurashtra, Kutch and the rest of Gujarat.
There is one and the same Constitution for all the Indian states and the centre. However there is exception in the case of one state. That state is
Asked in: UPPSC Upper Mains 2014
1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Jammu-Kashmir
3. Tamil Nadu
4. Kerala
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Answer: B. Jammu-Kashmir
Article 370 of the Indian Constitution granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, allowing it to have its own constitution and a degree of autonomy. This made it an exception among Indian states, all others being governed under the single Constitution of India.
The nomenclature of the Executive Head of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir was changed From Sadar-i-Riyasat to Governor in 1965 by
Asked in: UPPSC Upper Mains 2007
1. Lok Sabha Resolution
2. the Executive Order of the President
3. the 6lh Amendment in the State Constitution of J&K.
4. the State Government under Article 371.
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Answer: C. the 6lh Amendment in the State Constitution of J&K.
- The change in nomenclature for the head of state in Jammu and Kashmir from Sadar-i-Riyasat to Governor occurred in 1965. - This change was effected through an amendment to the State Constitution of J&K. - The specific amendment was the Sixth Amendment Act of 1965 to the Constitution of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Government of India revoked the special status, or limited autonomy granted under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir—when?
Asked in: WBCS Main Paper 5 2021 · WBCS Main Paper 5 2023
1. August, 2019
2. September, 2019
3. October, 2019
4. November, 2019
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Answer: A. August, 2019
- The key action regarding Article 370 and 35A was taken in early August 2019. - This led to the abrogation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir.
By virtue of its special status, the State of Jammu & Kashmir has a separate
Asked in: WBCS Main Paper 5 2019
1. Constitution
2. defence force
3. judiciary
4. All of the above
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Answer: A. Constitution
Prior to the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir was the only state in India that had its own Constitution, which came into force on 26 January
The Union Constitution's provisions were applicable to J&K only with modifications and exceptions listed in the Constitution (Application to Jammu and Kashmir) Order, 1954 (as amended from time to time). The defence of J&K was, however, a Union subject like other states. While it had its own High Court, the Supreme Court of India's jurisdiction extended to J&K. 13. The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013, extends to whole of India 'Except'
Asked in: Assistant Town Planner (Pre.) Exam 2023
1. (a) Manipur
2. (b) Arunachal Pradesh
3. (c) Assam
4. (d) Jammu and Kashmir
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Answer: D. (d) Jammu and Kashmir
The Land Acquisition Act, 2013, was initially enacted to exclude Jammu and Kashmir.
The Constitution of Jammu and Kashmir came into force on
Asked in: Civil Judge (Junior Division) Exam 2011
1. 26th Jan., 1954
2. 26th Jan., 1957
3. 26th Jan., 1958
4. 26th Jan., 1959
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Answer: B. 26th Jan., 1957
The date of the commencement of the Jammu and Kashmir Constitution is significant in understanding the state's historical relationship with India.
Which of the following States has its own separate Constitution ?
Asked in: Government Polytechnic Exam 2012
1. Tamil Nadu
2. Karnataka
3. Jammu & Kashmir
4. Mizoram
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Answer: C. Jammu & Kashmir
Historically, Jammu and Kashmir was the only state in India with a separate constitution, which came into effect in 1957. This was due to its special status under Article 370 of the Constitution of India.
The Article 370 of the Constitution of India provides for
Asked in: Forest Officer (RFO) 2018
1. temporary provisions for Jammu and Kashmir
2. special provisions in respect of Nagaland
3. provisions in respect of the financial emer‐ gency
4. military action against aggressor nation/s
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Answer: A. temporary provisions for Jammu and Kashmir
This article allowed Jammu and Kashmir to have its own constitution, flag, and a significant degree of autonomy in its internal affairs, while defence, foreign affairs, and communication remained with the Union government. This article was abrogated in August 2019.
Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides special status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir?
Asked in: LAW OFFICER CUM JUNIOR DRAFTSMAN 2018
1. Article 270
2. Article 370
3. Article 471
4. None of these
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Answer: B. Article 370
Article 370 provided special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir.
Article 370 is concerned with the state of - [a] Assam - [c] Nagaland - [b] Jammu & Kashmir - [d] Sikkim
Asked in: Research Assistant 2014
1. Assam
2. Jammu & Kashmir
3. Nagaland
4. Sikkim
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Answer: B. Jammu & Kashmir
Article 370 allowed Jammu and Kashmir to have its own constitution, flag, and greater autonomy in matters of internal administration, compared to other Indian states. The provisions of Article 370 have been significantly altered.

Constitutional philosophy and rationale for Temporary Special Provisions

Art. 370 of the Indian Constitution is :
Asked in: Civil Judge 2018
1. (a) a permanent provision
2. (b) a regular provision
3. (c) a temporary transitional provision
4. (d) None of the above
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Answer: C. (c) a temporary transitional provision
Article 370 of the Indian Constitution was a temporary provision that granted special status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It was initially intended to be temporary, hence its classification as a temporary transitional provision.

Special Provisions for States under Articles 371 to 371-J

Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India deals with the special provision with respect to the State of Assam?
Asked in: UPSC CDS 2 2018
1. Article 371A
2. Article 371B
3. Article 371C
4. Article 371D
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Answer: B. Article 371B
Article 371B of the Constitution of India contains special provisions with respect to the state of Assam. It provides for the constitution of a committee of the Legislative Assembly of the State consisting of members elected from the tribal areas of Assam and such other members as may be specified in the order creating such committee. This was inserted by the 22nd Amendment Act, 1969, following the reorganisation of Assam and the creation of Meghalaya.
Which of the following statements are correct with reference to the Article 371 of Indian Constitution? 1. Article 371 provides the establishment of separate Development Boards for Vidarbha, Marthwada and rest of Maharashtra. 2. Article 371 provides the establishment of separate Development Boards for Kutch and rest of Gujarat. 3. According to Article 371 Prime Minister is authorized to assign special responsibilities for the above provisions to the Governors of Maharashtra and Gujarat.
Asked in: GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2018
1. Only 1 and 2
2. 1, 2 and 3
3. Only 1 and 3
4. Only 2 and 3
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Answer: A. Only 1 and 2
- Article 371(2) of the Constitution contains special provisions for the States of Maharashtra and Gujarat. - Statement 1: Article 371(2)(a) provides for the establishment of separate development boards for Vidarbha, Marathwada, and the rest of Maharashtra. This statement is correct. - Statement 2: Article 371(2)(b) provides for the establishment of separate development boards for Saurashtra, Kutch, and the rest of Gujarat. This statement is correct. - Statement 3: Article 371(2)(c) authorizes the President, not the Prime Minister, to issue orders providing for the special responsibilities of the Governors of Maharashtra and Gujarat regarding the establishment and functioning of these development boards and the equitable allocation of funds and opportunities in these areas. This statement is incorrect.
Which one of the following is not correctly matched? Article of the Indian Constitu‐ Related State tion 371 A Nagaland 371 B Assam 371 C Meghalaya Andhra Pra‐ 371 D desh
Asked in: MPPSC CS Prelims 2018
1. 371 A - Nagaland
2. 371 B - Assam
3. 371 C - Meghalaya
4. 371 D - Andhra Pradesh
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Answer: C. 371 C - Meghalaya
Article 371 of the Constitution contains special provisions for various states. Article 371A is for Nagaland, 371B is for Assam, 371C is for Manipur, and 371D & E are for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Consider the following statements and choose the correct option : (a) The special provisions for Nagaland are made in Article 371 (A). (b) No act of the Parliament in respect to the religious or social practices of Nagas can be applied without the approval of the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland. (c) Tuensang is the most developed district of Nagaland.
Asked in: MPSC CS Prelims 2022
1. Statements (a) and (b) are correct
2. Only statement (a) is correct
3. Statements (a) and (c) are correct
4. All the statements are correct
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Answer: A. Statements (a) and (b) are correct
Statement (a) is correct; Article 371A provides special provisions for the State of Nagaland. Statement (b) is correct; Article 371A(1)(a) explicitly states that no Act of Parliament in respect of the religious or social practices of the Nagas, Naga customary law and procedure, administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to Naga customary law, and ownership and transfer of land and its resources shall apply to the State of Nagaland unless the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland by a resolution so decides. Statement (c) is incorrect; while Tuensang district is covered under special administrative provisions in Article 371A(1)(b) due to its unique historical situation, it is generally considered a less developed area compared to other parts of Nagaland, not the most developed.
Under Article 371A of the Constitution of India, with respect to which of the following item(s) the Acts of the Parliament of India shall not apply to the State of Nagaland, unless the Legislative Assembly of the State of Nagaland by a resolution so decides? 1. Religious or social practices of Nagas 2. Naga customary law and procedure 3. Ownership and transfer of land and its resources 4. Boundaries of Nagaland with other states Select the answer using the code given below :
Asked in: UPSC NDA 1 2024
1. 1 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1, 2 and 4
4. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Article 371A(1)(a) specifically states that no Act of Parliament in respect of (i) religious or social practices of the Nagas, (ii) Naga customary law and procedure, (iii) administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to Naga customary law, and (iv) ownership and transfer of land and its resources shall apply to the State of Nagaland unless the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland by a resolution so decides. Based on standard interpretation, points 1, 2, and 3 from the question list are explicitly covered under 371A(1)(a)(i), (ii), and (iv) respectively (point 3 maps to iv). Point 4 (Boundaries of Nagaland with other states) is not explicitly listed among these specific matters in 371A(1)(a). However, given that option D includes 1, 2, and 3, and is provided as a possible answer, it suggests that for the purpose of this question, statement 4 is also considered relevant under the broad ambit of special provisions relating to Nagaland's unique identity and territory, or there might be an issue with the question framing or options. Assuming the question intends to list matters covered by Article 371A in a broader sense or that D is the intended correct answer, all four statements are selected.
Article 371 of the Constitution of India provides for special provision with respect to which of the following state(s) ?
Asked in: OPSC CS Prelims 2017
1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Assam
3. Nagaland and Sikkim
4. Maharashtra and Gujarat
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Answer: D. Maharashtra and Gujarat
Article 371 specifically empowers the President to provide for the establishment of development boards for Vidarbha, Marathwada, and the rest of Maharashtra, and Saurashtra, Kutch, and the rest of Gujarat, with the provision that a report on the working of each of these boards will be placed each year before the State Legislative Assembly.
The 98th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2012, has added a new article 371-J in the Constitution. It relates to creating special provisions regarding which of the following regions ?
Asked in: PPSC CS Prelims 2013
1. Telangana – Rayalaseema
2. Karnataka – Hyderabad
3. Vidarbha – Marathwada
4. Rayalaseema – Seemandhra
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Answer: B. Karnataka – Hyderabad
- Article 371-J provides special status to the six backward districts of the Hyderabad-Karnataka region in Karnataka. - These districts are Gulbarga, Bidar, Raichur, Koppal, Yadgir, and Bellary. - The provisions include a separate Development Board, reservation of seats in educational institutions and state government posts for persons belonging to the region.
Choose the correct matches 1. Art 371 - Provision with respect to the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat 2. Art 371 A - Provision with respect to the state of Nagaland 3. Art 371 D - Provision with respect to the state of Andhra Pradesh 4. Art 371 H - Provision with respect to the state of Tamil Nadu
Asked in: TNPSC CS Prelims 2022
1. 2 and 4 are correct
2. 2, 3 and 4 are correct
3. 1 and 4 are correct
4. 1, 2 and 3 are correct
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Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3 are correct
Article 371 of the Constitution provides special provisions for eleven states, designed to address the specific needs and circumstances of these regions, often related to their historical, cultural, and economic conditions.
In December 2020, the Home Ministry declared which of the following states ‘Disturbed Area’ for six months under Armed Forces Special Powers Act, 1958 ?
Asked in: UKPSC CS Prelims 2021
1. Jharkhand
2. Nagaland
3. West Bengal
4. Punjab
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Answer: B. Nagaland
The declaration extended the period for which AFSPA remained in force in Nagaland. The central government routinely declares the state a 'disturbed area', citing the condition of the state is "in such a disturbed and dangerous condition that the use of armed forces in aid of civil power is necessary".
The Special Provisions in Article 371G of the Constitution of India relate to the state of :
Asked in: UPSC CAPF 2015
1. Jammu & Kashmir
2. Jharkhand
3. Mizoram
4. Nagaland
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Answer: C. Mizoram
Article 371 provides special provisions for certain states, primarily to address their specific social, cultural, and economic needs and preserve their distinct identity. Article 371G specifically protects the religious and social practices of the Mizos, Mizo customary law and procedure, administration of civil and criminal justice according to Mizo customary law, and ownership and transfer of land.
Consider the following statements: No Act of the Parliament is applicable to 1. ownership and transfer of land in the States of Mizoram and Nagaland 2. administration of criminal justice involving decisions according to Mizo or Naga customary law Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Asked in: UPSC Combined Section Officer 2019 20
1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: C. Both 1 and 2
Article 371A of the Constitution contains special provisions with respect to the State of Nagaland. Clause (1)(a) states that no Act of Parliament in respect of (i) religious or social practices of the Nagas, (ii) Naga customary law and procedure, (iii) administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to Naga customary law, (iv) ownership and transfer of land and its resources, shall apply to the State of Nagaland unless the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland by a resolution so decides. Similarly, Article 371G contains special provisions for Mizoram, providing similar protection regarding Mizo customary law and procedure, administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to Mizo customary law, and ownership and transfer of land.
The Constitution of India under Part XXI does not contain special provision for which one of the following States ?
Asked in: UPSC SO Steno 2017
1. Maharashtra
2. Gujarat
3. Andhra Pradesh
4. Bihar
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Answer: D. Bihar
Part XXI of the Constitution enumerates special provisions for a specific set of states, primarily to address unique historical, social, or economic circumstances.
Consider the following statements: Acts of Parliament shall not apply to Nagaland unless so decided by a resolution by the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland with regard to 1. religious or social practices of the Nagas. 2. Naga customary law and procedure. 3. ownership and transfer of land and its resources. Which of the above statements are correct ?
Asked in: UPSC SO Steno 2018
1. 1 and 2 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
This special provision grants significant autonomy to the State of Nagaland in specific matters considered sensitive to the Naga identity, ensuring that central laws do not override local customs and practices without the consent of the state's legislature.
Article 371 B of the Constitution of India makes special provision for which of the following State(s) ?
Asked in: UPPSC Upper Mains 2010
1. Maharashtra and Gujarat
2. Assam
3. Nagaland
4. Manipur
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Answer: B. Assam
Article 371B of the Constitution of India contains special provisions with respect to the state of Assam. It provides for the constitution and functions of a Committee of the Legislative Assembly of the State of Assam consisting of the members of that Assembly elected from the Tribal Areas and such other members of that Assembly as may be specified in the order of the President.
Article 371 of the Constitution makes special provisions of which of the following States ?
Asked in: UPPSC Upper Mains 2011
1. Jammu & Kashmir
2. Maharashtra and Gujarat
3. Nagaland
4. Andhra Pradesh
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Answer: B. Maharashtra and Gujarat
Article 371 contains special provisions for the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat, empowering the President to provide for the establishment of separate development boards for Vidarbha, Marathwada, Kutch, Saurashtra, and the rest of Gujarat.
Match the following Articles with the corresponding States :
Asked in: APPSC Group II Prelims 2016
1. Article 371A P. Assam
2. Article 371B Q. Nagaland
3. Article 371C R. Manipur
4. Article 371F S. Mizoram E. Article 371G T. Sikkim A. AP, BQ, CR, DS, ET B. AP, BT, CQ, DS, ER C. AQ, BP, CR, DT, ES D. AR, BQ, CP, DT, ES
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Answer: C. Article 371C R. Manipur
Articles 371 to 371J contain special provisions for eleven states in India, designed to address their specific needs and safeguard their unique identities and interests, particularly related to tribal areas and cultural heritage.
Which Article of Indian Constitution contains special provisions with regard to the State of Maharashtra?
Asked in: WBCS Main Paper 5 2023
1. 371
2. 371 A
3. 371 B
4. 371 D
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Answer: A. 371
Article 371 mandates the President to provide for the establishment of separate development boards for Vidarbha, Marathwada, and the rest of Maharashtra, and Saurashtra, Kutch, and the rest of Gujarat. It also provides for equitable allocation of funds for development expenditure over these areas and equitable arrangement providing adequate facilities for technical education and vocational training, and adequate employment opportunities in services under the control of the State Government, in respect of these areas.

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