PESA 1996

The Panchayats Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act, 1996

from thinking paisa to PESA

Protecting the tribal population from exploitation with the active participation of the Gram Sabha is the key reason behind the Act.

Historical Background

• The Scheduled Areas were, however, excluded from the 73rd Amendment application
• 5^th Schedule
• Bhuria Committee recommended
• 6^th scheduled areas ➡️ not included
  • already have their own Autonomous Governance Councils.