Q. Which article of the constitution provides safeguards to Naga Customary and their social practices against any act of Parliament?
✅ Correct Answer: (A)
Article 371 A
Explanation: The parliament of India passed the (Thirteen Amendment) Act, 1962, and inserted Article 371 (1) on the eve of the creation of the new state of Nagaland. The Amendment was necessitated to fulfill the aspiration of the people of the then Naga Hills — Tuensang Area and to facilitate the creation of the 16th State of Indian Union.
Explanation by: Manisha Agrawal
The parliament of India passed the (Thirteen Amendment) Act, 1962, and inserted Article 371 (1) on the eve of the creation of the new state of Nagaland. The Amendment was necessitated to fulfill the aspiration of the people of the then Naga Hills — Tuensang Area and to facilitate the creation of the 16th State of Indian Union.