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Art. 371G Part XXI: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions

Special Provision With Respect to the State of Mizoram

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Notwithstanding anything in this Constitution,—(a) no Act of Parliament in respect of—(i) religious or social practices of the Mizos, (ii) Mizo customary law and procedure, (iii) administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to Mizo customary law, (iv) ownership and transfer of land, shall apply to the State of Mizoram unless the Legislative Assembly of the State of Mizoram by a resolution so decides...

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What this Article actually means

Closely mirroring Nagaland's Article 371A, this Article gives Mizoram the same strong protection — Parliament cannot legislate on Mizo customary law, religious/social practices, or land ownership without Mizoram's own Legislative Assembly specifically consenting by resolution.

Why This Matters To You

How it shows up in everyday life

This Article reflects the similar political settlement that brought Mizoram into full statehood in 1987 (following the Mizo Accord), specifically protecting Mizo customary institutions and land rights with the same strong autonomy Nagaland enjoys.

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Art. 371a — Special Provisions for Nagaland

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Quick answers about Article 371G

Is Mizoram's protection identical to Nagaland's?

Very similar in structure and effect — both Articles give their respective state Assembly a required-consent veto over central legislation touching customary law, religious/social practices, and land ownership.

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