Question

Article 371 of the Constitution of India provides for special provision with respect to which of the following state(s)?
1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Assam
3. Nagaland and Sikkim
4. Maharashtra and Gujarat

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Maharashtra and Gujarat

The correct answer is Maharashtra and Gujrat.

• Articles 370 and 371 have been a part of the Constitution since January 26, 1950.
• Articles 371(A-J) were incorporated through amendments under Article 368, which lays down the power of the Parliament to amend the Constitution and procedure therefor.
• Article 371-
  • It has special mention provisions of Maharashtra and Gujrat.
  • Governors of the states of Maharashtra and Gujrat are given special responsibilities to set up development boards in regions such s Vidarbha, Marathwada, Kutchh etc.

• Special mentions of various states in the Indian constitution are as follows-
  • 371A- Nagaland
  • 371B-  Assam
  • 371C- Manipur
  • 371D&E- Andra Pradesh
  • 371E - Establishment of a University in Andra Pradesh.
  • 371F - Sikkim
  • 371G- Mizoram
  • 371H- Arunanchal Pradesh
  • 371I - Goa
  • 371 J - six backwards districts of Hyderabad and Karnataka region.