The Crucial Role of Van Gujjars in Forest Conservation and the Need for Recognizing Their Rights
The Van Gujjars, a pastoralist community in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, play a crucial role in forest management and combating climate change. However, their rights are limited, hindering their
How to Differentiate Between Indian Adivasis and Indigenous People
It is important to understand the differences between Indian Adivasis and Indigenous people. Through this article, we will explore the various aspects that differentiate these two groups of people, including
An Analysis of Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996: In the Context of Odisha
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND For the first time in the history of Indian legal regime, the provisions of a constitutional amendment i.e. 73rd Amendment did not become operative to the whole of
Role of Governor under 5th Schedule of the Constitution of India
In the constitutional design, just as the President is the head of the Executive at the Centre, the Governor is the head of state executive in a State government. He
Unveiling the ambiguity regarding bar on ‘Anticipatory Bail’ under SC/ST (POA) Act, 1989
The dispute regarding the order of bail by the court before arrest of the persons is persisting since the enactment of the Act particularly with regard to Section 18. In
Important legislations for Scheduled Tribes
After Independence tribal development policies were framed in different successive Five Year Plans by planning commission to mainstream tribal societies. The government of India has taken a positive and progressive
Indian Tribal Policies in Pre-Independence Era
The history of tribal life during the British Rule in India has found mention in many scholarly writings and historical documents. Beginning in the 18th century, the British added to the
Implementation of PESA Act 1996 in Odisha
Introduction to PESA Act in Odisha The provision of (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 came into force on the 24th December, 1996. Orissa Gram Panchayat Act, 1964, Orissa