**Question:** Consider the following statements: (1) Article 340 of the Constitution deals with the appointment of Commission for Backward Classes. (2) Article 341 of the Constitution deals with Scheduled Tribes. (3) Article 342 of the Constitution is related to Scheduled Castes. (4) Article 342A has been added through 102nd Constitutional amendment.
**Options:**
(A) (1) and (2) only
(B) (2) and (3) only
(C) (1) and (4) only
(D) (3) and (4) only
**Correct Answer:** C
**Explanation:** Constitutional articles: Statement 1 is correct – Article 340 deals with Backward Classes Commission. Statement 4 is correct – Article 342A was added through 102nd amendment. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect.
*Published: September 04, 2025 at 10:20 AM*
*Tags: HPAS 2023, Prelims, General Studies, Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service*