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For the definition of “tribal areas” in section 1(3)(b) of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, which…

The Explanation to section 1(3)(b) refers to the territories that immediately before 21 January 1972 were included in the tribal areas of Assam referred to in paragraph 20…

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For the definition of “tribal areas” in section 1(3)(b) of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, which state's tribal areas are used as the reference immediately before 21 January 1972?

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Correct answer A

The Explanation to section 1(3)(b) refers to the territories that immediately before 21 January 1972 were included in the tribal areas of Assam referred to in paragraph 20 of the Sixth Schedule.

The provision uses a historical reference date to define the term. That date does not ask which state administers any given territory today.

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Option A

The Explanation expressly uses the tribal areas of Assam referred to in paragraph 20 of the Sixth Schedule.

Option B

The main clause names Nagaland separately. The Explanation uses Assam for the definition of tribal areas.

Option C

Sikkim is not the state used in the Explanation.

Option D

West Bengal is not the state used in the Explanation.

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