The provisions in the Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in ord...........

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The provisions in the Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to

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protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes

determine the boundaries between states

determine the powers, authorities, and responsibilities of Panchayats

protect the interests of all the border States

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Explanation:

The purpose of the Fifth schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India is to ensure that the local tribal practices, customs, religious laws, social and political institutions are not tampered with.

The determination of the powers, authorities and responsibilities of Panchayats in the fifth and sixth schedule areas are covered by the Provisions of the Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996” (PESA).