Consider the following statements regarding the Fifth and Sixth Schedules of the Constitution of India: 1. The Fifth Schedule deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes in any state except the four northeastern states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. 2. The Sixth Schedule applies specifically to the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. 3. While the Fifth Schedule provides for Tribes Advisory Councils, the Sixth Schedule provides for Autonomous District Councils with legislative and judicial powers. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Options:

  • A: 1 and 2 only
  • B: 2 and 3 only
  • C: 1 and 3 only
  • D: 1, 2 and 3

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