How can a tribe or tribal community become part of the Scheduled Tribes list for a state or union territory?
A tribe or tribal community can become part of the Scheduled Tribes list for a state or union territory by following the process outlined in Section 342(1) of the Constitution. The President has the power to specify tribes or tribal communities that will be deemed as Scheduled Tribes in relation to that state or union territory, after consultation with the Governor where applicable. Any subsequent changes to the list can only be made by Parliament through legislation.