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What is the significance of categorizing denotified, semi-nomadic, and nomadic tribes in India? Discuss the challenges faced in this process and the potential socio-political implications.
Category: Polity (GS -II),
Test Date: 29 Jan 2025
Approach:
- Introduction: Briefly define denotified, semi-nomadic, and nomadic tribes, and the historical context of their classification in India, citing the repeal of the Criminal Tribes Act of 1924 and subsequent attempts to classify these communities.
- Challenges:
- Despite several commissions, the classification of these tribes remains incomplete, with many communities still unclassified.
- Previous commissions failed due to a lack of comprehensive data, political considerations, and the complexity of identifying communities.
- Delay in action: The Parliamentary Standing Committee highlighted failure to act promptly, increasing the suffering of these tribes by denying them benefits of existing welfare schemes.
- Socio-political implications:
- Once classified, these tribes would gain access to welfare schemes under SC, ST, or OBC categories, including reservations.
- Political mobilization: There is significant political debate around whether these communities should be classified under the existing categories or given a separate classification altogether.
- Correct classification will ensure that marginalized communities can receive the benefits they are entitled to, promoting social inclusion and equity.
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