8. What are Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)? How are they different from de-notified tribes? Critically analyze the initiatives taken by the government to address the problems faced by them.

Approach:

♤ Clearly define the PVTGs to address the first part of the question, ideally provide a few examples.

♤ Demarcate the difference between the PVTGS and de-notified tribes for answering the second part.

♤ Critical analysis of the government initiatives entails identifying the initiatives and finding some lacunae.

♤ As conclusion provide a way ahead.