Q. Consider the following powers of the Governor under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution:
1.Organizing and re-organizing autonomous districts
2.Dissolving the district or regional councils
3.Specifying the jurisdiction of High Court over suits and cases tried under village councils
Which of the above powers are correctly assigned to the Governor?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:
Powers of the Governor under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution:

  • The Governor can organize/re-organize districts (change name, boundaries).
  • The Governor may dissolve councils based on a commission’s recommendation.
  • The Governor can specify High Court jurisdiction over cases tried in tribal courts.

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