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​Which article empowers the Indian parliament to include in or exclude caste, race, tribes from the list of Scheduled castes? ​
Question

Which article empowers the Indian parliament to include in or exclude caste, race, tribes from the list of Scheduled castes?

A.

Article 341


B.

Article 43


C.

Article 241


D.

Article 200

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Article 341.

Explanation:Article 341 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Indian Parliament to specify and modify the list of Scheduled Castes in India. It allows the Parliament to add or remove castes, races, or tribes from the list.

Incorrect Options Explanations:

  • Article 43: Incorrect, related to the promotion of welfare of the people, not concerned with Scheduled Castes.
  • Article 241: Incorrect, deals with the establishment of high courts in states.
  • Article 200: Incorrect, concerns the power of the Governor to withhold assent to bills.

Information Booster:

  • Article 341: Deals specifically with the inclusion or exclusion of castes from the Scheduled Castes list.
  • Purpose: It is aimed at protecting the rights of historically marginalized communities.
  • President's Role: The President, under advice from the Parliament, can modify the list.

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