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The Uttarakhand Commission for the Scheduled Tribes Act, 2015

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This Act establishes the Uttarakhand Commission for the Scheduled Tribes to safeguard the rights and promote the welfare of tribal communities within the state. The commission advises the state government on policies and programs related to Scheduled Tribes and addresses their grievances. It is composed of a chairman, vice-chairman, and members, all selected from the Scheduled Tribes to ensure representation. By providing a dedicated body to monitor and support tribal interests, the legislation ensures that the specific needs and social justice requirements of these communities are effectively addressed and protected by the state administration.

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  1. 1. Short title, Extent and Commencement
  2. 2. Definition
  3. 3. Constitution of the State Commission for the Scheduled Tribes
  4. 4. Composition of the Commission
  5. 5. Terms of office and conditions of service of the Chairman, Vice-chairman and members
  6. 6. Officers and other employees of the Commission
  7. 7. Salaries and allowances to be paid out of grant
  8. 8. Vacancies etc. not to invalidate proceedings of the Commission
  9. 9. Procedure to be regulated by the Commission
  10. 10. State Government to consult Commission
  11. 11. Functions of the Commission
  12. 12. Powers of the Commission
  13. 13. Grants by the State Government
  14. 14. Accounts and Audit
  15. 15. Annual Report
  16. 16. Annual Report and Audit Report to be laid before the State Legislature
  17. 17. Chairman, Vice-Chairman Members and Employees of Commission to be public servant
  18. 18. Penalty
  19. 19. Cognizance of offences
  20. 20. Protection of action taken in good faith
  21. 21. Power to make Rules
  22. 22. Power to remove difficulties

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