What is the significance of the Constitution (Fifty-fifth Amendment) Act, 1986?
The significance of the Constitution (Fifty-fifth Amendment) Act, 1986 is that it introduced special provisions with respect to the State of Karnataka. It allowed the President to make an order providing for any special responsibility of the Governor for the establishment of a separate development board for the Hyderabad-Karnataka region, ensuring equitable allocation of funds for developmental expenditure over the said region, subject to the requirements of the State as a whole. This amendment aimed at addressing the unique needs and development priorities of the specified region within Karnataka.