Section 1 of CoI : Section 1: Autonomous districts and autonomous regions.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Creation of a New Autonomous District

Context: In the state of Assam, there is a significant population of a particular Scheduled Tribe in a specific area. The community leaders have been advocating for better self-governance and preservation of their cultural heritage.

Application of the Act:

1. The Governor of Assam receives a proposal from the community leaders requesting the creation of a new autonomous district.
2. The Governor appoints a Commission to study the feasibility and implications of creating this new district.
3. The Commission submits its report, recommending the creation of the new autonomous district.
4. Based on the report, the Governor issues a public notification to create the new autonomous district, defining its boundaries and including the necessary provisions to amend the relevant parts of the Sixth Schedule.

Outcome: The new autonomous district is established, allowing the Scheduled Tribe to have greater control over local governance and cultural preservation.

Example 2:

Scenario: Alteration of Boundaries of an Autonomous District

Context: In Meghalaya, two neighboring autonomous districts have been facing administrative challenges due to their current boundaries. The local governments of both districts agree that a slight alteration of the boundaries would improve governance and resource management.

Application of the Act:

1. The local governments of the two autonomous districts submit a joint proposal to the Governor of Meghalaya, requesting the alteration of their boundaries.
2. The Governor appoints a...

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