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11 August 2026

Garo Hills Autonomous District Council election rules

The topic involves the functioning of Sixth Schedule bodies and constitutional provisions regarding electoral rights, which are core themes in Indian polity and federalism.

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  • The Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) in Meghalaya has approved amendments to Rules 128 and 129 of its election rules.
  • The amendments mandate the creation of a separate electoral roll for GHADC elections, replacing the previous practice of using the Assembly election electoral roll.
  • Eligibility for inclusion in the new GHADC electoral roll is restricted to individuals belonging to Scheduled Tribes recognized by the Meghalaya government.
  • The amendments effectively bar non-tribals from both voting in and contesting GHADC council elections.
  • These changes follow previous attempts to restrict candidacy to Scheduled Tribes and align with commitments to establish a distinct electoral process for the Sixth Schedule body.
  • The Meghalaya High Court had previously cancelled a notification seeking to bar non-tribals from contesting, citing legal concerns during a period of civil unrest.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional significance of the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution in protecting the rights of tribal populations. How do autonomous district councils balance local autonomy with the broader democratic framework of the country? 150 words
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  2. The creation of separate electoral rolls for local bodies in tribal areas raises complex questions regarding the intersection of regional identity and universal adult suffrage. Critically analyze the legal and constitutional challenges involved in restricting electoral participation based on tribal status within the framework of the Sixth Schedule. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Under which schedule of the Indian Constitution are the Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) established?

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