The Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation Act, 1972

The Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation Act, 1972

This Act establishes the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation to drive the social and economic upliftment of Scheduled Tribes across Gujarat. It applies to tribal individuals, tribal organizations, and government officials involved in managing the corporation. The Act regulates how the corporation is structured, funded, audited, and managed by a state-appointed board of directors. It empowers the body to promote agriculture, small-scale industries, marketing, transport, and storage schemes, while also granting loans, subsidies, and equipment to eligible beneficiaries. By providing dedicated funding, institutional support, and streamlined financial recovery mechanisms, this law helps improve living standards and foster sustainable economic growth for tribal communities.

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