Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the federal structure of India:
1. The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution provides for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, which often intersects with ILP-related local governance.
2. Arunachal Pradesh remains under the Inner Line Permit system, which is governed by the provisions of the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, as applicable to the state.
3. The state of Mizoram falls under the ILP regime as per the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, as adapted by the Mizoram (Inner Line Permit) Rules, 2014.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the Sixth Schedule provides autonomous administrative powers to tribal areas in these four states, which often coexist with ILP regulations to protect indigenous identity. Statement 2 is correct because Arunachal Pradesh was originally part of the North-East Frontier Agency and continues to be protected by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873. Statement 3 is correct as Mizoram implemented its specific ILP regime under the 2014 Rules, derived from the framework of the 1873 Regulation, to regulate the entry of outsiders.
Consider the following statements regarding Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation 1873 legal status:
1. Section 2 of the 1873 Regulation empowers the State Government to prescribe and alter the line known as the Inner Line, beyond which no British subject can pass without a pass.
2. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was introduced following the 1871 Lushai Expedition to formalize the administrative boundaries of the Lushai Hills district.
3. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation was enacted in 1873 by the British administration to regulate commercial relations in the districts bordering the plains of Assam.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as Section 2 of the 1873 Regulation empowers the State Government to define the Inner Line, restricting movement without a permit. Statement 3 is correct because the regulation was primarily enacted to protect British commercial interests, specifically tea gardens, by regulating trade and interaction with tribes in the Assam frontier. Statement 2 is incorrect because the regulation was enacted in 1873 to address issues in the Assam frontier generally, whereas the Lushai Expedition of 1871 was a specific military campaign that occurred prior to the regulation's enactment and was not the sole formalizing event for the entire Inner Line system.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP in the context of Article 371-G:
1. Article 371-G provides special status to Mizoram and incorporates the 1986 Peace Accord, which established the state's authority to regulate land ownership through the Sixth Schedule.
2. Under the provisions of Article 371-G, the Governor of Mizoram exercises discretionary powers regarding religious or social practices, which were formally codified during the statehood transition in 1987.
3. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was extended to the Lushai Hills in 1891, and it currently serves as the primary legislative framework for the administration of the Autonomous District Councils in Mizoram.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because Article 371-G protects Mizo religious/social practices and customary law, not land ownership via the Sixth Schedule, which is governed by separate constitutional provisions. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Governor's discretionary powers under 371-G are limited to specific legislative matters concerning Mizo customary law and religious practices, not general administration codified in 1987. Statement 3 is incorrect because while the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was extended to the Lushai Hills, it serves as the basis for the Inner Line Permit system to regulate entry, whereas the administration of Autonomous District Councils is governed exclusively by the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the Sixth Schedule Autonomous District Councils:
1. The Sixth Schedule was incorporated into the Constitution based on the recommendations of the Bordoloi Committee, which suggested that the Inner Line Permit should serve as the primary administrative mechanism for all autonomous districts.
2. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which was enacted to protect the commercial interests of the British Crown in tea and rubber plantations.
3. The Meghalaya State Assembly passed a resolution in 2019 requesting the extension of the Inner Line Permit to the state, citing the provisions of the 1971 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act as the legal basis for such inclusion.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was indeed enacted to protect British commercial interests in tea, rubber, and oil from external interference. Statement 1 is incorrect because the Bordoloi Committee (Advisory Committee on Tribal and Excluded Areas) recommended the Sixth Schedule for tribal autonomy, not the ILP, which is a separate colonial-era permit system. Statement 3 is incorrect because while the Meghalaya Assembly passed a resolution for ILP in 2019, it was based on the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, not the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act of 1971.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) exemptions:
1. The Sixth Schedule areas in Tripura are governed by the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council, which maintains the authority to issue permits for non-resident entry under the 2019 amendment framework.
2. Nagaland adopted the Inner Line Permit system through a state legislative resolution in 1963, following the formal recognition of the state under the 13th Amendment to the Constitution.
3. As of 2024, the Inner Line Permit system is operational in four states of Northeast India: Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, and Nagaland.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 3 is correct as the ILP system is currently operational in Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, and Nagaland. Statement 1 is incorrect because the CAA 2019 explicitly exempts areas under the Sixth Schedule and areas covered by the Inner Line Permit, but the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council does not have the authority to issue permits under the 2019 framework. Statement 2 is incorrect because Nagaland's ILP system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873, not a 1963 legislative resolution following the 13th Amendment.
Consider the following statements regarding Role of the Governor in ILP notification:
1. The 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation was introduced by the Viceroy Lord Northbrook to regulate trade in rubber and tea, and it currently serves as the primary constitutional basis for the Sixth Schedule.
2. The Inner Line Permit system in Manipur was extended through the Adaptation of Laws (Amendment) Order, 2019, issued by the President under Article 371C.
3. Under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, the Governor of the province holds the authority to prescribe and alter the line defining the Inner Line area.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the 1873 Regulation was enacted under Lord Northbrook to protect British commercial interests in tea and rubber, but it is a standalone colonial law and not the constitutional basis for the Sixth Schedule, which is derived from Articles 244(2) and 275(1). Statement 2 is correct as the ILP was extended to Manipur via the 2019 Adaptation of Laws Order, exercising powers under Article 371C to protect the state's indigenous population. Statement 3 is correct because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 explicitly empowers the provincial Governor (or state government) to define and modify the 'Inner Line' to restrict the movement of outsiders into protected tribal areas.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Inner Line boundary demarcation:
1. The demarcation of the Inner Line boundary in the Lushai Hills was historically linked to the protection of tea gardens from raids by tribal communities.
2. Under the 1873 Regulation, the power to prescribe the route and the duration of stay for travelers beyond the Inner Line rests with the state government authorities.
3. The Inner Line Permit is a travel document issued by the respective state governments of Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Manipur for temporary visitors.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, was initially enacted to protect British commercial interests, specifically tea gardens, from raids by tribes in the Lushai Hills. Statement 2 is correct because the 1873 Regulation empowers the state government to prescribe the route and duration of stay for any person crossing the Inner Line. Statement 3 is correct as the ILP is a mandatory travel document for Indian citizens visiting the protected states of Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Manipur, issued by the respective state governments.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the regulation of inter-state migration:
1. The state of Meghalaya adopted the Inner Line Permit system in 2020 through a legislative resolution passed by the State Assembly, following the successful implementation of similar protocols in the neighboring state of Tripura.
2. The 1950 Treaty of Peace and Friendship between India and Bhutan serves as the foundational legal basis for the current Inner Line Permit requirements applicable to travelers entering the border districts of Assam.
3. The Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019 provides a legal exemption for states governed by the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, effectively integrating the Inner Line Permit system into the national citizenship verification process.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
All three statements are incorrect: Meghalaya has not implemented the ILP, and Tripura does not use the system. The ILP is derived from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, not the 1950 Treaty with Bhutan, which governs bilateral relations rather than domestic travel permits. Finally, the CAA 2019 exempts ILP-notified areas and Sixth Schedule regions from its provisions, but it does not integrate the ILP into the national citizenship verification process.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP status in Arunachal Pradesh:
1. The administration of the Inner Line Permit in Arunachal Pradesh falls under the purview of the state government, which issues both paper-based and online permits through the official portal.
2. The Ministry of Home Affairs introduced the e-ILP system in 2018 to streamline border management, which currently covers all districts of Arunachal Pradesh including the Tawang and West Kameng border zones.
3. Under the existing framework, Indian citizens who are not indigenous to Arunachal Pradesh need to obtain a permit to enter the state for purposes such as employment, tourism, or business.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Arunachal Pradesh government manages ILP issuance through its dedicated portal, facilitating both physical and digital applications. Statement 3 is correct because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, mandates that all non-indigenous Indian citizens must possess a valid permit to enter the state for any purpose. Statement 2 is incorrect because, while the e-ILP system exists, it was launched by the state government rather than the MHA in 2018, and specific border zones like Tawang and West Kameng often require additional Protected Area Permits (PAP) alongside or instead of standard ILPs due to their sensitive proximity to the international border.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP applicability in Manipur state:
1. The legal framework for the Inner Line Permit in Manipur is derived from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873.
2. The Inner Line Permit system was extended to Manipur by the Government of India through an order issued on 11 December 2019.
3. The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act of 1960 provides the primary legal basis for the Inner Line Permit, following the state's transition to a full-fledged union territory in 1972.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the ILP system is historically rooted in the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873, which was extended to Manipur via an adaptation order. Statement 2 is correct because the Union Home Ministry officially extended the ILP regime to Manipur on 11 December 2019, making it the fourth state after Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Mizoram to have this system. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act of 1960 governs land ownership and tenancy, whereas the ILP is a separate regulatory mechanism under the BEFR, 1873, intended to regulate the entry and stay of outsiders.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP applicability in Manipur state:
1. The Manipur Legislative Assembly passed the Protection of Manipur People Bill in 2015, which received presidential assent in 2018 and established the current permit categories.
2. The 1949 Merger Agreement between the Dominion of India and the Kingdom of Manipur includes provisions for the Inner Line Permit to regulate the settlement of non-indigenous populations.
3. The 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation was amended by the 1950 Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order to include the hill districts of Manipur under the permit regime.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
All statements are incorrect: The Protection of Manipur People Bill (2015) was never granted presidential assent and was later replaced by the Manipur Regulation of Visitors, Tenants and Migrant Workers Act, 2018, before the ILP system was formally extended to Manipur via a 2019 presidential order. The 1949 Merger Agreement contains no provisions regarding the Inner Line Permit, as the ILP was extended to the state much later. Finally, the 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation was extended to Manipur by the 2019 order under the Adaptation of Laws (Amendment) Order, not by the 1950 Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Inner Line boundary demarcation:
1. Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit system in December 2019 following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. The Inner Line boundary demarcates the limit beyond which British subjects could not pass without a pass, as established under the 1873 Regulation.
3. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 introduced the Inner Line system to regulate the commercial activities of British subjects in frontier districts.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the Union Home Ministry extended the ILP to Manipur in December 2019 to protect the interests of indigenous populations. Statement 2 is correct because the 1873 Regulation established the Inner Line as a legal boundary to restrict the movement of British subjects into tribal areas to prevent exploitation. Statement 3 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was specifically enacted to protect British commercial interests, particularly tea plantations, by regulating trade and movement in frontier districts. There are no incorrect statements.
Consider the following statements regarding Role of the Governor in ILP notification:
1. The Governor of Assam exercises jurisdiction over the Inner Line areas of the state through the Assam Frontier (Administration of Justice) Regulation of 1945, which replaced the 1873 framework.
2. The Inner Line Permit system in Arunachal Pradesh is governed by the 1986 statehood act, which incorporates the 1873 regulation as a fundamental provision for protecting indigenous land rights.
3. The 2019 notification extending the Inner Line Permit to Manipur was issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs under the powers granted by the States Reorganisation Act of 1956.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
All statements are incorrect because the ILP system is fundamentally derived from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873, not the 1945 Regulation or the 1986 statehood act. Statement 1 is false as the 1873 BEFR remains the primary legal framework, while Statement 2 is incorrect because the ILP in Arunachal Pradesh is a continuation of the 1873 regulation, not a product of the 1986 act. Statement 3 is false because the ILP was extended to Manipur in 2019 by the President of India through an order under the BEFR 1873, not by the Ministry of Home Affairs under the States Reorganisation Act.
Consider the following statements regarding Judicial precedents on ILP-related writ petitions:
1. The 1873 Regulation was formally incorporated into the Indian Penal Code during the 1952 legislative session to standardize entry requirements across all North Eastern states.
2. The Nagaland state government implemented the Inner Line Permit for the Dimapur district in 2019, citing the provisions of the 1950 Indo-Naga Peace Accord.
3. The Supreme Court in the 1988 Sarbananda Sonowal case established the judicial precedent that the Inner Line Permit system functions as a substitute for the National Register of Citizens.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
All three statements are incorrect: The 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation is a colonial-era law that remains distinct from the Indian Penal Code and was not incorporated into it in 1952. The ILP was extended to Dimapur in 2019 by the Nagaland government under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, not the 1950 Indo-Naga Peace Accord. Finally, the 2005 Sarbananda Sonowal case dealt with the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) Act and did not establish the ILP as a substitute for the National Register of Citizens.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the Sixth Schedule Autonomous District Councils:
1. Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit regime in December 2019, following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. Under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, the Bodoland Territorial Council in Assam possesses legislative powers over land, village administration, and the appointment of traditional chiefs.
3. The Autonomous District Councils under the Sixth Schedule are empowered to constitute village councils or courts for the trial of suits and cases between parties belonging to scheduled tribes.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the MHA extended the ILP regime to Manipur on December 11, 2019, via an order under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873. Statement 2 is correct because the Sixth Schedule grants the Bodoland Territorial Council legislative competence over land, village management, and the appointment of traditional heads. Statement 3 is correct as Paragraph 4 of the Sixth Schedule explicitly empowers ADCs to constitute village councils or courts for the trial of suits and cases involving scheduled tribes.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP implementation in Nagaland and Mizoram:
1. The 1986 Mizoram Peace Accord includes provisions for the Inner Line Permit, and the state government formalized these entry rules during the first legislative session in 1987.
2. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 serves as the primary legal framework governing the Inner Line Permit system in the state of Nagaland.
3. Nagaland utilizes the 1873 Regulation to manage movement, and the state administration maintains a digital database of permits issued to non-residents since the 1963 statehood act.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873 remains the foundational legal instrument for the ILP system in Nagaland. Statement 1 is incorrect because while Mizoram implements ILP, it is governed by the Mizoram (Inner Line) Rules, 2014, not the 1986 Peace Accord. Statement 3 is incorrect because, although Nagaland uses the 1873 Regulation, there is no provision or historical record of a digital database of permits being mandated or maintained since the 1963 statehood act.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP implementation in Nagaland and Mizoram:
1. The Inner Line Permit system in Mizoram is governed by the 1873 Regulation, which was extended to the Lushai Hills district by the British administration in 1898.
2. Dimapur district in Nagaland was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit system through a notification issued by the state government on December 9, 2019.
3. Mizoram implemented the Inner Line Permit system under the 2019 regulations, which replaced the previous 2014 guidelines issued by the state government.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because while the 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation is the legal basis, the Lushai Hills (now Mizoram) were specifically brought under the ILP regime via the Eastern Bengal and Assam Frontier Regulation, 1873, but the 1898 notification pertained to the Lushai Hills District's administrative status, not the primary extension of the ILP itself. Statement 2 is correct as the Nagaland government issued a notification on December 9, 2019, to bring the commercial hub of Dimapur under the ILP regime, effectively removing its status as an exception. Statement 3 is correct because Mizoram notified the Mizoram (Inner Line Permit) Rules, 2019, which superseded the earlier 2014 guidelines to streamline the entry and regulation of non-residents.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP applicability in Manipur state:
1. The Ministry of Home Affairs notification of 2019 designates the Deputy Commissioner of each district as the final appellate authority for the cancellation of permits issued under the Foreigners Act of 1946.
2. Under the current guidelines, the Manipur Inner Line Permit system categorizes visitors into four distinct types, including tourist, temporary, labour, and regular permits.
3. The implementation of the Inner Line Permit in Manipur was officially notified in the Gazette of India under the President's order regarding the Adaptation of Laws.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct as the Manipur ILP guidelines categorize visitors into four specific types: tourist, temporary, labour, and regular permits. Statement 3 is correct because the ILP was extended to Manipur via the 'Adaptation of Laws (Amendment) Order, 2019', issued by the President under Article 372 of the Constitution, and subsequently notified in the Gazette of India. Statement 1 is incorrect because the Deputy Commissioner is not the final appellate authority under the Foreigners Act; such powers are typically vested in the State Government or designated appellate tribunals/authorities as per the specific rules of the Act.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP impact on fundamental rights of non-residents:
1. The state of Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit regime in December 2019, following the passage of the Citizenship Amendment Act which aimed to safeguard the demographic composition of the Meitei community.
2. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was enacted by the British administration to regulate commercial rubber trade, and it currently serves as the primary legal basis for restricting the movement of Indian citizens into the state of Nagaland.
3. Article 19 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to reside in any part of the country, and the Inner Line Permit system functions as a reasonable restriction under the 105th Constitutional Amendment Act to protect indigenous cultural heritage.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because while Manipur was brought under ILP in December 2019, the primary objective was to address concerns regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act, but it was not specifically aimed at the Meitei community as they are the dominant indigenous group. Statement 2 is incorrect because the 1873 Regulation was enacted primarily to protect British commercial interests in tea, oil, and elephant hunting, not rubber trade. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ILP system operates as a reasonable restriction under Article 19(5) of the Constitution itself, not under the 105th Constitutional Amendment Act, which dealt with the power of states to identify Socially and Educationally Backward Classes.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP status in Arunachal Pradesh:
1. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was initially drafted to regulate trade in rubber and petroleum, and it was formally incorporated into the Constitution of India via the 42nd Amendment Act.
2. The state of Arunachal Pradesh transitioned from a Union Territory to a full-fledged state in 1987, at which point the Inner Line Permit was replaced by the Restricted Area Permit for domestic visitors.
3. The Inner Line Permit system in Arunachal Pradesh is governed by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which was extended to the region during the British colonial administration.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 3 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873 remains the legal framework governing the ILP in Arunachal Pradesh. Statement 1 is incorrect because the BEFR was not incorporated into the Constitution via the 42nd Amendment; it continues to operate as a pre-constitutional law. Statement 2 is incorrect because, while Arunachal Pradesh became a state in 1987, the ILP was not replaced by the Restricted Area Permit; instead, the ILP remains mandatory for Indian citizens, while foreign nationals require a Protected Area Permit.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the Sixth Schedule Autonomous District Councils:
1. Mizoram implemented the Inner Line Permit under the 1873 Regulation, and the state government currently manages the permit issuance process through the autonomous powers granted by the 1986 Mizoram Peace Accord.
2. Nagaland is currently the only state in Northeast India where the entire territory is covered by the Inner Line Permit system, alongside the protections afforded by Article 371A.
3. The Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council operates under the administrative framework of the Sixth Schedule and maintains the authority to issue Inner Line Permits to non-residents entering its territorial jurisdiction.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct as Nagaland is the only state where the entire territory is under the ILP regime, complemented by Article 371A's special protections. Statement 1 is incorrect because while Mizoram follows the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, the permit system is managed under state executive authority rather than the 1986 Peace Accord. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Sixth Schedule Autonomous District Councils, including Karbi Anglong, do not have the legal mandate to issue ILP; the ILP is a state-level instrument regulated by the central government under the 1873 Act.
Consider the following statements regarding Judicial precedents on ILP-related writ petitions:
1. Article 371G of the Constitution provides special protection to the state of Mizoram, which serves as the legal basis for the continuation of the Inner Line Permit system in that state.
2. The state of Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit regime through a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on December 11, 2019.
3. In the 2019 judgment regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act, the Supreme Court noted that the Inner Line Permit system remains a valid regulatory mechanism under the Sixth Schedule framework.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as Article 371G explicitly empowers the Mizoram Legislative Assembly to decide on the application of central laws, facilitating the ILP regime. Statement 2 is correct because the Ministry of Home Affairs extended the ILP to Manipur via an order on December 11, 2019, by amending the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873. Statement 3 is correct because the Supreme Court, in various observations regarding the CAA, has acknowledged the ILP as a constitutional safeguard that exempts these regions from the Act's provisions, recognizing its validity as a regulatory mechanism.
Consider the following statements regarding Historical evolution of the Exclusionary Policy:
1. Following the independence of India, the Inner Line Permit system was extended to the state of Manipur in 2019 through a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. In the context of Nagaland, the Inner Line Permit system continues to be governed by the provisions of the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 as adapted by the Nagaland state government.
3. The 1873 Regulation served as a mechanism for the colonial state to regulate the movement of people into the hill tracts inhabited by tribal populations in Assam.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the ILP was extended to Manipur in December 2019 via a Presidential Order under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873. Statement 2 is correct because the BEFR, 1873 remains the foundational legal framework for the ILP in Nagaland, enforced through state-level adaptations to protect indigenous interests. Statement 3 is correct as the British colonial administration enacted the 1873 Regulation specifically to restrict the entry of 'British subjects' into frontier tribal areas of Assam to protect commercial interests in tea and rubber plantations.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP in the context of Article 371-G:
1. Article 371-G was inserted into the Constitution of India through the 53rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1986.
2. The Inner Line Permit system in Mizoram is governed by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which remains in force under the protections of Article 371-G.
3. The Mizoram Legislative Assembly passed a resolution in 2019 to extend the Inner Line Permit system to cover all districts of the state, including the Aizawl municipal area.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Article 371-G was indeed inserted by the 53rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1986, to provide special protections to Mizoram following the Mizo Peace Accord. The Inner Line Permit (ILP) in Mizoram operates under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, which is legally protected by the special provisions of Article 371-G that grant the state legislature power over religious or social practices and ownership of land. Furthermore, in 2019, the Mizoram Legislative Assembly passed the Mizoram Maintenance of Household Registers Bill, which effectively extended the ILP regime to cover all districts, including the Aizawl municipal area, to regulate the entry of non-residents.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Protected Area Permit (PAP) distinction:
1. Under the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order of 1958, citizens of India are exempt from obtaining a Protected Area Permit, whereas foreign nationals need such documentation to enter specific border regions.
2. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which aimed to protect the commercial interests of the British Crown in tea and rubber plantations.
3. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 provides for the regulation of trade in forest produce, and it was extended to the state of Mizoram following the Mizo Accord signed in 1986.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958, mandates PAPs for foreign nationals in sensitive border areas, while Indian citizens are exempt. Statement 2 is correct because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873 was enacted by the British to protect their commercial interests in tea, rubber, and oil from tribal interference. Statement 3 is incorrect because, while the BEFR is indeed the legal basis for the ILP, it was extended to Mizoram in 1986 not via the Mizo Accord, but through a notification issued by the central government under the existing regulation framework.
Consider the following statements regarding Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation 1873 legal status:
1. The Inner Line Permit system was extended to the state of Manipur in 2019, utilizing the legal framework established by the 1873 Regulation and the 1947 Indian Independence Act.
2. The 1873 Regulation was originally intended to protect the commercial interests of tea planters and rubber traders operating in the frontier regions of the North-East.
3. The 1873 Regulation includes provisions for the establishment of village councils in the notified areas, a system that was later codified under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct because the 1873 Regulation was enacted by the British to protect commercial interests, specifically preventing British subjects from encroaching on rubber and tea estates. Statement 1 is incorrect because the ILP was extended to Manipur in 2019 via an executive order under the 1873 Regulation, but it does not derive its legal framework from the 1947 Indian Independence Act. Statement 3 is incorrect because the 1873 Regulation focuses on regulating movement and trade, whereas the Sixth Schedule, which deals with autonomous district councils, was incorporated into the Constitution separately through the recommendations of the Bordoloi Committee.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Inner Line boundary demarcation:
1. The 1950 Constitution of India incorporated the Inner Line Permit provisions into the Sixth Schedule to protect the land rights of indigenous populations in Assam.
2. The Inner Line boundary was first established by the 1873 Regulation to define the international border between British India and the Kingdom of Bhutan.
3. The Inner Line Permit system was extended to the state of Meghalaya in 2020 to align its administrative framework with the provisions of the 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the ILP is governed by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, and is distinct from the Sixth Schedule, which deals with Autonomous District Councils. Statement 2 is incorrect as the 1873 Regulation established the Inner Line to demarcate the boundary between British-administered territories and the tribal areas of the North-East, not the international border with Bhutan. Statement 3 is incorrect because, although the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly passed a resolution in 2019 seeking the implementation of ILP, the Union government has not yet extended the system to the state.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the Sixth Schedule overlap:
1. Article 371A of the Constitution provides special provisions for Nagaland, which currently implements the Inner Line Permit system across its entire state territory.
2. The Sixth Schedule was introduced by the 22nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1969 to facilitate the creation of the autonomous state of Meghalaya within Assam.
3. The Inner Line Permit system originated from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 to regulate the movement of British subjects in certain frontier areas.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as Article 371A grants special protections to Nagaland, which enforces the ILP under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, as mentioned in Statement 3. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Sixth Schedule was part of the original Constitution (1950) to provide for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, whereas the 22nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1969 specifically enabled the creation of Meghalaya as an autonomous state.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP enforcement mechanism and state police powers:
1. The 1958 Armed Forces Special Powers Act operates concurrently with the Inner Line Permit system in several North Eastern states, allowing for coordinated security oversight in designated disturbed areas.
2. The Government of India extended the Inner Line Permit system to the state of Mizoram in 2019, following the formal notification issued under the existing legal framework of the 1873 Regulation.
3. The 1971 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act encompasses the transfer of police powers from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to the state governments, granting them the power to unilaterally modify the Inner Line.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as AFSPA and ILP often overlap in North Eastern states to manage internal security and restricted entry simultaneously. Statement 2 is correct because the ILP regime was extended to Manipur in 2019, and Mizoram has historically operated under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873. Statement 3 is incorrect because the power to define or modify the Inner Line rests exclusively with the Union Government under the 1873 Regulation, not the state governments, and the 1971 Act does not grant states the authority to unilaterally alter these boundaries.
Consider the following statements regarding Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation 1873 legal status:
1. The Adaptation of Laws Order of 1950 modified the 1873 Regulation to replace references to the British Government with the Government of India, maintaining its operational continuity post-independence.
2. The 1873 Regulation provides for the regulation of land ownership in the frontier districts, which was further clarified by the 1886 Assam Land and Revenue Regulation.
3. Under the provisions of the 1873 Regulation, the power to issue passes for entry into the restricted areas is vested in the Deputy Commissioner or an authorized officer of the district.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Adaptation of Laws Order, 1950, ensured the continuity of the 1873 Regulation by substituting 'British Government' with 'Government of India'. Statement 3 is correct because the Regulation explicitly empowers the Deputy Commissioner or authorized officers to issue permits for entry into protected areas. Statement 2 is incorrect because the 1873 Regulation primarily focuses on trade and movement restrictions rather than land ownership, while the 1886 Assam Land and Revenue Regulation governs land revenue and settlement, not the Inner Line Permit system.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP enforcement mechanism and state police powers:
1. The Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019 includes provisions that exempt all districts of Meghalaya from the Inner Line Permit regime, citing the existing Sixth Schedule status of the state's autonomous councils.
2. The state police departments in ILP-regulated states possess the authority to conduct document verification at designated entry points, such as the Dimapur railway station in Nagaland.
3. The 1986 State of Arunachal Pradesh Act formalizes the administrative boundaries of the Inner Line, and the state government maintains the authority to issue permanent residency certificates to non-indigenous residents.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, empowers state authorities to regulate the movement of non-residents, allowing police to conduct document verification at entry points like Dimapur. Statement 1 is incorrect because the CAA, 2019, does not exempt Meghalaya from ILP; rather, the ILP regime is not currently applicable to Meghalaya, and the CAA explicitly exempts areas covered under the Sixth Schedule from its citizenship provisions, not the ILP. Statement 3 is incorrect because the 1986 Act pertains to the statehood of Arunachal Pradesh, while the ILP is governed by the 1873 Regulation, and the issuance of Permanent Residency Certificates is a state-specific executive policy unrelated to the legal formalization of the Inner Line boundary.
Consider the following statements regarding Constitutional validity of ILP under Article 19:
1. The 1873 Regulation was initially drafted by the British colonial government to regulate the movement of labor into the Assam valley, and it was subsequently ratified by the Constituent Assembly under Article 371A in 1950.
2. The 2019 extension of the Inner Line Permit to Dimapur district in Nagaland was implemented through an order issued by the state government in consultation with the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
3. The Supreme Court ruling in the 1998 Samatha v. State of Andhra Pradesh case established the legal precedent for applying the Inner Line Permit system to protect the land rights of indigenous populations in non-scheduled areas.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct as the Ministry of Home Affairs extended the ILP to Dimapur in 2019 via a notification under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873. Statement 1 is incorrect because the 1873 Regulation was not ratified by the Constituent Assembly under Article 371A; rather, it is a colonial-era law that continues to be in force, while Article 371A specifically deals with special provisions for Nagaland. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Samatha judgment focused on the prohibition of private mining in Scheduled Areas under the Fifth Schedule, not the legal precedent for the implementation of the Inner Line Permit system.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the federal structure of India:
1. Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit system on 1 January 2020, following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, which was enacted during the British colonial administration.
3. Article 371A of the Indian Constitution provides special provisions for Nagaland, which includes the regulation of land ownership and resources through the ILP framework.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the Union Home Ministry extended the ILP to Manipur on 1 January 2020 via an order under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873. Statement 2 is correct because the ILP system is a legacy of the 1873 Regulation, originally designed by the British to protect commercial interests in tea, oil, and elephant hunting by restricting movement into tribal areas. Statement 3 is correct as Article 371A empowers the Nagaland Legislative Assembly to decide on the applicability of central laws concerning religious or social practices, Naga customary law, and the ownership and transfer of land, which is enforced through the ILP framework to protect indigenous identity.
Consider the following statements regarding Constitutional validity of ILP under Article 19:
1. The Supreme Court in the 2019 judgment regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act observed that the Inner Line Permit regime serves as a reasonable restriction under Article 19(5) of the Constitution.
2. Article 19(5) of the Constitution empowers the State to impose reasonable restrictions on the exercise of rights conferred by Article 19(1)(d) and (e) in the interests of the general public or for the protection of the interests of any Scheduled Tribe.
3. The state of Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit system on 1 January 2020, following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the Supreme Court has consistently upheld the ILP as a valid regulatory mechanism under Article 19(5) to protect indigenous interests. Statement 2 is correct because Article 19(5) explicitly permits the State to impose reasonable restrictions on the rights to move freely (19(1)(d)) and reside/settle (19(1)(e)) in any part of India, particularly for the protection of Scheduled Tribes. Statement 3 is correct because the Union Ministry of Home Affairs extended the ILP regime to Manipur via an order dated 11 December 2019, which came into effect on 1 January 2020.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP provisions for tourists vs permanent residents:
1. The 2020 Arunachal Pradesh ILP guidelines include provisions for the e-permit system, which grants tourists the same land-holding rights as permanent residents after a stay exceeding six months.
2. The 2019 Manipur ILP framework refers to the 1955 Citizenship Rules, which permit tourists to apply for permanent residency status after residing in the state for a period of three years.
3. The 1950 Constitution Order regarding Scheduled Tribes provides the basis for the Inner Line Permit, which allows permanent residents to settle in any protected area without obtaining a residential certificate.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
All three statements are incorrect because the Inner Line Permit (ILP) is a travel document under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, and does not grant land-holding rights to tourists, nor does it provide a pathway to permanent residency based on stay duration. Statement 1 is false as ILP is strictly for temporary visitation and confers no property rights; Statement 2 is false because Manipur's ILP system, introduced in 2020, does not link residency status to the 1955 Citizenship Rules; and Statement 3 is false as the ILP is derived from the 1873 Regulation, not the 1950 Constitution Order, and permanent residents are not exempt from the regulatory frameworks governing protected areas.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP in the context of Article 371-G:
1. The 1986 Memorandum of Settlement between the Government of India and the Mizo National Front includes a clause that permits the state government to restrict the movement of Indian citizens based on the 1950 Citizenship Act.
2. Mizoram's administrative framework under Article 371-G includes the Mizoram Maintenance of Household Registers Act of 2019, which functions as the legal basis for the Inner Line Permit issuance process.
3. The Inner Line Permit system is linked to the 1972 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, which transitioned the Mizo Hills district into a Union Territory and introduced the permit requirement for non-residents.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the 1986 Mizoram Peace Accord does not derive its authority from the 1950 Citizenship Act, but rather from the constitutional protections granted to Mizoram under Article 371-G. Statement 2 is incorrect as the ILP system in Mizoram is governed by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, not the 2019 Household Registers Act. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ILP requirement in the Mizo Hills predates the 1972 Reorganisation Act, originating from the 1873 BEFR, which was established during the British colonial era to protect indigenous interests.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) exemptions:
1. Under the Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019, areas covered by the Inner Line Permit system under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation are exempted from the purview of the Act.
2. The state of Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit regime in December 2019 following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
3. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which restricted the movement of British subjects into designated tribal areas.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
All three statements are correct: the CAA 2019 explicitly exempts areas notified under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) 1873, such as Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Manipur, to protect indigenous demographics. Manipur was formally brought under the ILP regime in December 2019 via a gazette notification by the Ministry of Home Affairs to address local concerns regarding the CAA. The ILP system is indeed a colonial-era legacy established by the BEFR 1873, originally designed by the British to regulate the movement of 'British subjects' and protect commercial interests in tribal frontier regions.
Consider the following statements regarding Historical evolution of the Exclusionary Policy:
1. The 1873 Regulation was initially formulated as a component of the Lushai Hills Expeditionary Force mandate to facilitate the annexation of the Mizo hills into the British administrative fold.
2. The state of Arunachal Pradesh adopted the Inner Line Permit framework in 1972 following its transition from the North-East Frontier Agency to a Union Territory under the Assam Reorganisation Act.
3. The Government of India Act 1919 introduced the concept of Excluded Areas and transferred the administration of these territories from the Governor-General to the newly formed provincial councils.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, was enacted to protect British commercial interests in tea gardens by regulating trade and movement, not specifically for the Lushai Hills annexation. Statement 2 is incorrect as Arunachal Pradesh (formerly NEFA) became a Union Territory in 1972, but the ILP framework there is governed by the 1873 Regulation, which predates the Assam Reorganisation Act of 1971. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Government of India Act 1919 introduced the 'Backward Tracts' concept, while the 'Excluded and Partially Excluded Areas' were formally introduced by the Government of India Act 1935, and administration remained under the Governor's special responsibility rather than provincial councils.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) exemptions:
1. The Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019 incorporates the provisions of the 1985 Assam Accord, which established the National Register of Citizens as the primary mechanism for identifying illegal migrants in the region.
2. The Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, which are also excluded from the Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019.
3. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was enacted during the tenure of Lord Northbrook and initially applied to the entire North-East Frontier Agency to regulate tea plantation labor.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct as the CAA 2019 explicitly exempts tribal areas governed under the Sixth Schedule (Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram) and areas covered by the Inner Line Permit (ILP) regime. Statement 1 is incorrect because the CAA 2019 does not incorporate the Assam Accord or the NRC; rather, the NRC is a separate exercise under the Citizenship Act of 1955. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was enacted during the tenure of Lord Northbrook primarily to protect the commercial interests of British tea planters by restricting the movement of outsiders into specific frontier areas, not to regulate the labor itself.
Consider the following statements regarding Historical evolution of the Exclusionary Policy:
1. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was enacted by the British administration to protect the commercial interests of tea planters in the Brahmaputra Valley.
2. Under the 1873 Regulation, British subjects were prohibited from crossing the defined Inner Line without a pass issued by the Deputy Commissioner.
3. The Government of India Act 1935 classified the regions covered by the Inner Line as Excluded and Partially Excluded Areas to limit the influence of the provincial legislature.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was enacted to protect the commercial interests of British tea planters by restricting the movement of outsiders into tribal areas, effectively establishing the Inner Line. Statement 2 is correct as the regulation mandated that British subjects obtain a pass from the Deputy Commissioner to cross this line, a mechanism designed to prevent land encroachment and maintain administrative control. Statement 3 is accurate because the Government of India Act 1935 categorized these regions as 'Excluded' and 'Partially Excluded' areas, placing them under the direct authority of the Governor rather than the provincial legislature to minimize political interference.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP provisions for tourists vs permanent residents:
1. The 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation encompasses the regulation of trade in rubber and wax, which allows permanent residents to conduct commercial activities in the Inner Line areas without state oversight.
2. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 serves as the foundational legal framework for the Inner Line Permit system currently operational in Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Manipur.
3. Under the 2019 notification extending the Inner Line Permit to Manipur, the state government maintains the authority to issue permits to domestic tourists for a maximum duration of thirty days.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the 1873 Regulation was designed to restrict, not facilitate, commercial activities by outsiders to protect the interests of local tribes. Statement 2 is correct as the 1873 Regulation remains the parent legislation for the ILP regime currently enforced in Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Manipur. Statement 3 is correct because the 2019 extension of the ILP to Manipur empowers the state government to regulate the entry of domestic tourists, typically granting permits for a maximum duration of thirty days.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Protected Area Permit (PAP) distinction:
1. The Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order of 1958 allows for the issuance of permits by the state-level district magistrates, and this framework was formally integrated into the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution in 1972.
2. Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit regime in December 2019, following a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873.
3. The Inner Line Permit system is associated with the preservation of indigenous cultures in Arunachal Pradesh, and its implementation was codified by the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act of 1971.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct because the Ministry of Home Affairs extended the ILP regime to Manipur in December 2019 via an order under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873. Statement 1 is incorrect as the Protected Area Permit (PAP) regime is governed by the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958, which is an executive order under the Foreigners Act, 1946, and has no legal integration with the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ILP system in Arunachal Pradesh is derived from the BEFR, 1873, and is not a product of the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971, which primarily dealt with the creation of new states.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP status in Arunachal Pradesh:
1. The 1971 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act provided the legal foundation for the Inner Line Permit, effectively replacing the earlier 1873 Regulation across all seven sister states.
2. The Arunachal Pradesh government maintains a reciprocal visa-free entry agreement with neighboring Bhutan, which allows citizens of both regions to cross the border without the standard Inner Line Permit documentation.
3. The legal basis for the Inner Line Permit remains distinct from the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, as Arunachal Pradesh is currently governed under the provisions of the Fifth Schedule.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the ILP is derived from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873, not the 1971 Act. Statement 2 is incorrect as there is no such reciprocal visa-free agreement; ILP remains mandatory for all Indian citizens from other states entering Arunachal Pradesh. Statement 3 is correct because the ILP operates under the 1873 Regulation independent of the Sixth Schedule, and Arunachal Pradesh is indeed excluded from the Sixth Schedule, falling instead under the Fifth Schedule provisions for tribal administration.
Consider the following statements regarding Judicial precedents on ILP-related writ petitions:
1. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was enacted by the British administration to protect the commercial interests of tea planters in the Assam region.
2. The 1958 Armed Forces Special Powers Act incorporates the Inner Line Permit regulations as a prerequisite for military deployment in areas designated as disturbed zones.
3. The Gauhati High Court in the 1994 ruling on the Assam Accord recognized the Inner Line Permit as a constitutional amendment under Article 368 to regulate migration.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873 was primarily enacted to protect the commercial interests of British tea planters by restricting the movement of outsiders into tribal areas. Statement 2 is incorrect because the AFSPA, 1958, is a distinct security legislation concerning 'disturbed areas' and does not incorporate ILP as a prerequisite for deployment. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ILP is a regulatory mechanism under the BEFR, 1873, and has never been recognized as a constitutional amendment under Article 368.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP implementation in Nagaland and Mizoram:
1. The 1950 Constitution of India provides for the Inner Line Permit in the Sixth Schedule, and the autonomous district councils in Nagaland manage the issuance of these documents.
2. The 2019 notification in Nagaland expanded the Inner Line Permit to Dimapur, which aligns with the provisions set forth in the 1935 Government of India Act regarding tribal land protection.
3. Under the 1972 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, the Inner Line Permit system was established in Mizoram to regulate the flow of labor from neighboring Assam and Tripura.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the ILP is derived from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, not the Sixth Schedule, and Nagaland does not have Autonomous District Councils. Statement 2 is incorrect because the 2019 notification extending ILP to Dimapur was issued under the BEFR, 1873, which is a colonial-era regulation unrelated to the 1935 Government of India Act. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ILP system in Mizoram was established under the BEFR, 1873, long before the 1972 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act was enacted.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP provisions for tourists vs permanent residents:
1. The 1986 State of Mizoram Act includes provisions for the Inner Line Permit, which grants permanent residents the legal right to purchase agricultural land in any district of the state.
2. The 1873 Regulation, as amended by the 1947 Adaptation of Laws Order, permits permanent residents of Nagaland to travel to neighboring Assam districts without carrying identity documentation.
3. The 2019 ILP extension for Manipur incorporates the 1971 Citizenship Act, which allows permanent residents to bypass the registration process for hosting foreign guests in border areas.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
All three statements are incorrect because the Inner Line Permit (ILP) is a travel document regulated under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, and does not govern land ownership rights or exempt permanent residents from identity documentation requirements. Statement 1 is false as ILP pertains to travel, not land rights; Statement 2 is false because residents still require identification for interstate travel; and Statement 3 is false as the 2019 Manipur extension does not bypass the Foreigners Act, 1946, regarding the registration of foreign guests.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the regulation of inter-state migration:
1. Under the current administrative framework, the state of Manipur was brought under the purview of the Inner Line Permit system through a notification issued by the President of India in December 2019.
2. The state of Nagaland is covered by the Inner Line Permit system, which functions alongside the special provisions granted under Article 371A of the Constitution of India.
3. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which was enacted to protect the commercial interests of the British Crown in tea and rubber plantations.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the ILP was extended to Manipur via an order by the President in December 2019 to address demographic concerns. Statement 2 is correct because Nagaland is covered under the 1873 Regulation, which operates in tandem with the unique protections for Naga customary laws and land ownership guaranteed by Article 371A. Statement 3 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, was originally designed by the British to restrict the movement of outsiders to safeguard their commercial interests in tea, oil, and elephant hunting.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the federal structure of India:
1. The Supreme Court of India, in various observations, has noted that the ILP system is a regulatory mechanism intended to protect the interests of indigenous populations in specific border states.
2. The ILP system serves as a travel document issued by the respective state governments to allow inward travel of an Indian citizen into a protected area for a limited period.
3. Meghalaya has witnessed several legislative attempts by the State Assembly, such as the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act, 2016, to regulate the entry of outsiders.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the ILP, rooted in the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, is legally upheld as a protective measure for indigenous demographics in border regions. Statement 2 is correct because the ILP acts as an official travel permit issued by state governments, mandating that Indian citizens from outside these protected areas obtain authorization for a specified duration. Statement 3 is correct because Meghalaya has consistently passed resolutions and implemented the Meghalaya Residents Safety and Security Act (MRSSA), 2016, to mandate the registration of outsiders, reflecting the state's ongoing legislative efforts to regulate entry despite not yet being under the formal ILP regime.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the regulation of inter-state migration:
1. The Mizoram (Inner Line) Rules of 2014 allow the state government to regulate the movement of non-residents through the issuance of temporary or permanent permits for employment and trade purposes.
2. Arunachal Pradesh is currently the largest state by geographical area that maintains the Inner Line Permit system as a mechanism to regulate the entry of Indian citizens from other states.
3. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was extended to the state of Sikkim in 1975 following its formal merger with the Indian Union to preserve the cultural identity of the Lepcha and Bhutia communities.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Mizoram (Inner Line) Rules, 2014, empower the state to regulate non-resident movement for employment and trade. Statement 2 is correct because Arunachal Pradesh, covering approximately 83,743 sq km, is the largest state currently enforcing the ILP system. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 has not been extended to Sikkim; the state is protected under Article 371F, and ILP is not applicable there.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP vs Protected Area Permit (PAP) distinction:
1. The 1958 Protected Area Order currently encompasses specific regions in the states of Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, where the movement of foreign nationals is subject to additional administrative scrutiny.
2. Nagaland remains covered by the Inner Line Permit system, which functions as an official travel document issued by the state government to allow inward travel of an Indian citizen into a protected area for a limited period.
3. The Protected Area Permit regime is governed by the Foreigners Act of 1946, which grants the central government the authority to regulate the entry and movement of non-citizens in sensitive border zones.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958, mandates permits for foreigners in border regions of Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Statement 2 is correct because the ILP, derived from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, regulates the entry of Indian citizens into specific states like Nagaland to protect indigenous interests. Statement 3 is correct as the PAP regime is indeed anchored in the Foreigners Act, 1946, empowering the Central Government to restrict non-citizen movement in sensitive areas for national security.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the concept of indigenous identity:
1. Nagaland transitioned to the Inner Line Permit framework following the 1963 Statehood Act, which incorporated the 1873 Regulation to protect the Naga Hills from the expansion of industrial mining operations.
2. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which aimed to protect the commercial interests of the British Crown in tea and rubber plantations.
3. The 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation was enacted by the Governor-General in Council to formalize the partition of Assam, and it currently serves as the primary legal instrument for defining indigenous status in the Sixth Schedule areas.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873 was enacted to protect British commercial interests in tea, oil, and rubber by restricting movement into frontier areas. Statement 1 is incorrect because the ILP in Nagaland is derived from the BEFR 1873, but it was not established to prevent industrial mining; rather, it was a colonial tool to regulate trade and prevent interaction between hill tribes and plainsmen. Statement 3 is incorrect because the BEFR predates the partition of Assam (1905) by over three decades and does not define 'indigenous status' under the Sixth Schedule, which is a constitutional provision distinct from the ILP framework.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP enforcement mechanism and state police powers:
1. Under the 2019 notification by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Manipur was formally included under the Inner Line Permit regime, extending the provisions of the 1873 Regulation to the state.
2. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which was enacted to protect the commercial interests of the British Crown in tea and rubber plantations.
3. The 1873 Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation provides for the establishment of the North-Eastern Council, which coordinates regional security protocols and manages the issuance of digital permits across state borders.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Ministry of Home Affairs extended the ILP regime to Manipur via an order in December 2019, bringing it under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873. Statement 2 is correct because the BEFR, 1873 was originally enacted by the British to protect their commercial interests in tea, oil, and rubber plantations from the 'frontier tribes'. Statement 3 is incorrect because the North-Eastern Council was established by the North-Eastern Council Act, 1971, and has no legal connection to the 1873 Regulation, which is a colonial-era law focused on restricting movement rather than digital governance or regional security coordination.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP impact on fundamental rights of non-residents:
1. Under the provisions of the 1971 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, the central government retains the authority to grant permanent residency status to non-residents within Inner Line Permit zones without seeking approval from the state legislature.
2. The state of Mizoram operates under the Inner Line Permit system established by the 1986 Peace Accord, which allows the state government to issue temporary work permits to non-residents based on the recommendations of the Village Council authorities.
3. The Supreme Court in the 2018 ruling on the validity of the Inner Line Permit system observed that the restriction on non-resident movement is consistent with the Sixth Schedule, which provides for the administration of tribal areas in Assam and Meghalaya.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
All three statements are incorrect because the ILP system is governed by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, not the 1971 Act or the 1986 Peace Accord. Statement 1 is false as the state government, not the Centre, regulates entry and residency under BEFR; Statement 2 is false because Mizoram's ILP is derived from the 1873 Regulation, not the 1986 Accord; and Statement 3 is false as there is no such 2018 Supreme Court ruling, and the ILP is distinct from the Sixth Schedule provisions.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the concept of indigenous identity:
1. Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit regime on 1 January 2020, following a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873.
2. Article 371G of the Constitution of India provides special provisions for Mizoram, which currently operates under the Inner Line Permit system to regulate the entry of non-residents into the state.
3. The 1873 Regulation was extended to the state of Sikkim in 2005 to regulate the movement of foreign tourists, and it functions as a mechanism for preserving the cultural heritage of the Lepcha and Bhutia communities.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Ministry of Home Affairs extended the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, to Manipur effective from 1 January 2020. Statement 2 is correct because Article 371G grants special status to Mizoram, which utilizes the ILP system to protect its indigenous population, distinct from the provisions of Article 371A (Nagaland) or 371H (Arunachal Pradesh). Statement 3 is incorrect because the BEFR, 1873, has not been extended to Sikkim; Sikkim regulates foreign tourist entry through the Restricted Area Permit (RAP) and Protected Area Permit (PAP) systems under the Foreigners (Restricted Areas) Order, 1963, not the ILP.
Consider the following statements regarding Role of the Governor in ILP notification:
1. In Nagaland, the Inner Line Permit framework is implemented in accordance with the 1873 regulation, which was later adapted to suit the administrative requirements of the state post-1963.
2. The President of India notifies the Inner Line Permit requirements for tribal districts under the Fifth Schedule, a process that involves the Governor submitting a report to the Union Cabinet every five years.
3. The state of Mizoram falls under the Inner Line Permit regime, which traces its legislative origin to the 1873 regulation originally enacted during the British colonial administration.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 3 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, forms the legal basis for the ILP in Nagaland, adapted post-statehood in 1963. Statement 3 is correct because Mizoram (formerly part of Assam) continues to enforce the 1873 regulation to protect its indigenous population. Statement 2 is incorrect because the ILP is not a Fifth Schedule provision, and the power to notify ILP requirements lies with the State Government under the BEFR, 1873, not the President via a five-year report.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the Sixth Schedule overlap:
1. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 remains the primary legal instrument governing the issuance of temporary entry permits for non-residents in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. Under the provisions of the 1971 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, the Inner Line Permit was extended to the tribal areas of Tripura to protect the demographic composition of the indigenous population.
3. The Inner Line Permit system in Mizoram is governed by the 1986 Peace Accord, which grants the state government power to regulate land acquisition for non-tribal residents.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873 remains the foundational legal framework for ILP in Arunachal Pradesh. Statement 2 is incorrect because the ILP system is not applicable to the tribal areas of Tripura, which are instead governed by the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ILP in Mizoram is governed by the Mizoram (Inner Line) Restriction of Entry into Mizoram Rules, 2014, derived from the 1873 BEFR, rather than the 1986 Peace Accord.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP impact on fundamental rights of non-residents:
1. The Arunachal Pradesh Inner Line Permit rules were revised in 2015 to include an online application portal, and this digital transition was facilitated by the Ministry of Home Affairs to streamline the movement of tourists under the 1947 Foreigners Act.
2. The Inner Line Permit regime is currently applicable to the state of Himachal Pradesh, specifically in the border districts of Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti, as per the notification issued by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in 2002.
3. The protection of indigenous land rights in Inner Line Permit states is reinforced by the 1958 Armed Forces Special Powers Act, which grants the state government the power to regulate the acquisition of property by non-residents in sensitive border zones.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because the ILP is governed by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, not the 1947 Foreigners Act, and is meant for Indian citizens, not foreigners. Statement 2 is incorrect because the ILP regime currently applies to Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, and Nagaland, while Himachal Pradesh uses a separate 'Inner Line' system under the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958, regulated by the MHA, not the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Statement 3 is incorrect because AFSPA, 1958, is a security-focused legislation dealing with 'disturbed areas' and does not grant state governments the power to regulate land acquisition by non-residents; such protections are typically derived from constitutional provisions like Article 371 or specific state land reform acts.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the concept of indigenous identity:
1. The Citizenship Amendment Act of 2019 provides a specific exemption for states under the Inner Line Permit regime, and this exclusion was added during the parliamentary debate on 11 December 2019 to satisfy the demands of the North East Students' Organisation.
2. Arunachal Pradesh adopted the Inner Line Permit system upon its elevation to a full state in 1987, and the administration of this permit is currently overseen by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs under the provisions of the Fifth Schedule.
3. The concept of indigenous identity in the Inner Line Permit system is linked to the 1951 National Register of Citizens, which serves as the base document for determining eligibility for permanent resident certificates in Meghalaya.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 2 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 1 is incorrect because while the CAA 2019 exempts ILP areas, this was explicitly included in the Act itself (Section 6B) rather than being an amendment added during the 11 December debate. Statement 2 is incorrect as the ILP in Arunachal Pradesh is governed by the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, and is administered by the Ministry of Home Affairs, not the Ministry of Tribal Affairs under the Fifth Schedule. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ILP system is not linked to the 1951 NRC, and Meghalaya is not currently under the ILP regime, nor does it use the 1951 NRC as a base document for permanent residency.
Consider the following statements regarding ILP and the Sixth Schedule overlap:
1. Manipur was brought under the ambit of the Inner Line Permit regime in December 2019 following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. In the state of Mizoram, the Inner Line Permit system operates alongside the Sixth Schedule provisions, covering both the Chakma and Mara Autonomous District Councils.
3. The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution applies to the tribal areas of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, establishing Autonomous District Councils for local governance.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Statement 3 is correct.
Statement 1 is correct as the MHA extended the ILP to Manipur via the Adaptation of Laws (Amendment) Order, 2019, effective from December 2019. Statement 2 is correct because Mizoram uniquely implements both the ILP under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, and the Sixth Schedule, which governs the Chakma, Mara, and Lai Autonomous District Councils. Statement 3 is correct as Article 244(2) and the Sixth Schedule specifically provide for the administration of tribal areas in the four states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram through Autonomous District Councils.
Consider the following statements regarding Constitutional validity of ILP under Article 19:
1. The Inner Line Permit regime functions as a legal instrument derived from the 1971 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, which regulates the movement of citizens across the borders of Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh.
2. The Inner Line Permit system originates from the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873, which was enacted by the British administration to protect commercial interests in tea and rubber plantations.
3. The Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation of 1873 was formally incorporated into the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution during the 1951 amendment to provide administrative autonomy to tribal areas in the Northeast.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Explanation: Statement 2 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect. Statement 3 is incorrect.
Statement 2 is correct as the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR) of 1873 was indeed enacted by the British to protect their commercial interests in tea, oil, and elephant hunting. Statement 1 is incorrect because the ILP regime is derived from the 1873 BEFR, not the 1971 North-Eastern Areas Reorganisation Act, which primarily dealt with the creation of new states. Statement 3 is incorrect because the BEFR was never incorporated into the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution; the Sixth Schedule provides for the administration of tribal areas through Autonomous District Councils, which is a separate legal framework from the ILP system.