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The Manipur State Commission for the Scheduled Tribes Act, 2014

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This legislation establishes the Manipur State Commission for the Scheduled Tribes to protect, safeguard, and promote the interests of tribal communities across Manipur. It applies to Scheduled Tribes residing in the state as well as state authorities responsible for tribal welfare and governance. The Act empowers the Commission to investigate complaints regarding the deprivation of rights, evaluate development programs, and advise the government on key policy matters such as forest rights, land preservation, and resource sharing. By providing civil court powers to examine witnesses and demand public records, it ensures robust oversight and accountability for tribal welfare.

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  1. 1. Short title and commencement
  2. 2. Definitions
  3. 3. Constitution of the Manipur State Commission for the Scheduled Tribes
  4. 4. Term of office and conditions of service of the Chairperson and Members
  5. 5. Staff of the Commission
  6. 6. Vacancies etc., not to invalidate proceedings of the Commission
  7. 7. Procedure to be regulated by the Commission
  8. 8. Functions of the Commission
  9. 9. Laying of Report
  10. 10. Powers of Commission
  11. 11. Grants by the State Government
  12. 12. Budget
  13. 13. Accounts and Audit
  14. 14. Chairperson, Members and employees of the Commission to be public servants
  15. 15. Power to make rules
  16. 16. Power to remove difficulties

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