Match List-I with List - II and select the correct answer by using code given below the lists.

List - I		List - II
a.	First Schedule	1.	Allocation of Seats in Upper House
b.	Second Schedule	2.	Union Territories and their extent
c.	Fourth Schedule	3.	Administration of Scheduled Areas
d.	Fifth Schedule	4.	Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha

The correct answer is a - 2, b - 4, c - 1, d - 3.

Key Points

• First Schedule contains details of Union and State territories and their extent, as per Article 1 and 4 of the Indian Constitution.
• Second Schedule outlines provisions related to emoluments, allowances, privileges, and salaries of officials such as the President, Governors, Judges, and others.
• Fourth Schedule pertains to the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House) to States and Union Territories.
• Fifth Schedule deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes under Articles 244(1) and 244(2).
• The correct matching is a - 2, b - 4, c - 1, d - 3, making Option 2 the right answer.

Additional Information

• Schedules in the Indian Constitution:
  • The Constitution originally had 8 schedules; currently, it has 12 schedules.
  • Schedules provide detailed information about various subjects mentioned in the Constitution, such as allocation of powers, governance, and administration.
• First Schedule:
  • Defines the names and territorial extent of States and Union Territories.
  • It also lists any changes in boundaries or names of States.
• Second Schedule:
  • Deals with financial provisions related to salaries and allowances of high-ranking officials.
  • Covers the President, Vice-President, Governors, Judges of Supreme Court and High Courts, and Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG).
• Fifth Schedule:
  • Focuses on Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes administration.
  • Includes mechanisms for protecting tribal rights and ensuring their development.
• Fourth Schedule:
  • Deals with the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha to the States and Union Territories.
  • Seats are distributed based on population as per the last census.