What groups can the state make special provisions for under Article 15(4)?
The state can make special provisions under Article 15(4) for the following groups:

1. Women and children.
2. Socially and educationally backward classes of citizens.
3. Scheduled Castes.
4. Scheduled Tribes.
5. Economically weaker sections of citizens (other than those mentioned in clauses 2, 3, and 4).