Question : The Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA) is significant for tribal movements because it:
Option 1: Allows for the privatization of tribal lands
Option 2: Provides for self-governance in tribal areas
Option 3: Mandates the use of technology in tribal governance
Option 4: Encourages the migration of tribals to urban areas
Correct Answer: Provides for self-governance in tribal areas
Solution : The Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA) is significant for tribal movements because it provides for self-governance in tribal areas, recognizing the traditional rights of tribal communities and empowering them to manage their own affairs.