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Revoking of Article 370- Move triggers fears in the north-eastern region
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- The Centre’s move to revoke Article 370 has triggered apprehensions in the north-eastern States enjoying similar constitutional safeguards.
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- Constitutional special provisions for North East:(1) The Constitution bestows special provisions under Article 371A for Nagaland, Article 371B for Assam, Article 371C for Manipur, Article 371F for Sikkim and Article 371F for Mizoram.(2) It has become a threat to States like Mizoram, Nagaland and Arunachal which are protected by the Constitution.
- Existence threat for lesser tribals of Mizoram: According to local experts, if 35A and 370 are repealed, Article 371G safeguarding the interests and existence of lesser tribals of Mizoram will be under severe threat.
- Naga customary law and procedure: Article 371(A) states that no act of Parliament shall apply to the State of Nagaland in respect of the religious or social practices of the Nagas, its customary law and procedure, administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to Naga customary law and ownership and transfer of land and its resources.
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The Hindu