Which types of States are determined by Parliament to be in need of assistance, according to Article 275?
According to Article 275, the types of States determined by Parliament to be in need of assistance are those with a high level of poverty or underdevelopment. These States require financial support from the central government to carry out schemes for the development and welfare of their people, particularly the Scheduled Tribes and the administration of Scheduled Areas within these states. The specific sums required by each State in need of assistance may vary, and different amounts may be allocated to different states based on their individual needs and circumstances.