Which one of the following statements correctly describes the Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of India?
- AIt lists the distribution of power between the Union and the States
- BIt contains the languages listed in the Constitution
- CIt contains the provisions regarding the administration of tribal areas
- DIt allocates seats in the Council of StatesCorrect
Explanation
The Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of India specifies the allocation of seats in the Council of States, also known as the Rajya Sabha, to each State and Union Territory.
The other options represent different schedules: Option A refers to the Seventh Schedule, which contains the Union, State, and Concurrent lists. Option B refers to the Eighth Schedule, which lists the official languages. Option C refers to the Fifth and Sixth Schedules, which deal with the administration of Scheduled Areas and Tribal Areas.
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