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Q264. The Government enacted the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in 1996. Which one of the following is not identified as its objective?

The Government enacted the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in 1996. Which one of the following is not identified as its objective?

Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)

Official Answer Key & Detailed Solution

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2013 • Polity

Correct Answer: Option (C) — To create autonomous regions in tribal areas

Concept & Option Breakdown

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The creation of 'Autonomous Regions' and Autonomous District Councils is a feature of the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution (applicable to tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram), not the PESA Act of 1996 (which applies to Fifth Schedule areas). PESA focuses on participatory self-governance through Gram Sabhas, recognizing customary laws and protecting tribals from exploitation.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2013 (Q264)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicPolity → Local Governance & Panchayati Raj
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — To create autonomous regions in tribal areas

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2013 Q264

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2013 GS Paper I Question 264 (Polity)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2013 Polity (Local Governance & Panchayati Raj) question is Option (C): "To create autonomous regions in tribal areas". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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