The provisions in the Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made to protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes.

Fifth Schedule Applies to all states except Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. It focuses on

Management and administration of Scheduled Areas These are areas with a high concentration of tribal populations. The schedule grants them some autonomy and safeguards their traditional rights over land and resources. Establishment of Tribes Advisory Councils These councils advise the Governor on matters related to the welfare and development of Scheduled Tribes.

Sixth Schedule Applies to the four aforementioned northeastern states with significant tribal populations. It provides greater autonomy compared to the Fifth Schedule by

Creation of Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) These councils have a greater degree of administrative and legislative power within their designated areas. Special provisions for administration of tribal areas This includes protection of customary law, inheritance practices, and social customs of the tribes.