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Citizenship (Articles 5–11)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Discusses the constitutional provisions for who is considered an Indian citizen at the commencement of the Constitution. The Citizenship Act of 1955 elaborates on acquisition via birth, descent, registration, and naturalization, alongside cessation and renunciation mechanisms. India endorses single citizenship for all, ensuring equal rights and responsibilities nationally rather than separate state-level citizenship. Amendments to the Act address evolving issues, such as overseas citizenship. The Supreme Court’s role in adjudicating disputes underlines the significance of citizenship in accessing fundamental rights and public offices. This topic is crucial for understanding how nationality intersects with constitutional guarantees and social inclusion.

Practice Questions

राष्ट्रपति द्वारा दी जाने वाली शपथ किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliament?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment process?

Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

उच्च न्यायालयों का गठन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने संसद में महिलाओं के आरक्षण का प्रस्ताव रखा?

लोकसभा का कार्यकाल कितने वर्षों का होता है?

न्यायपालिका के अधिकार का सबसे महत्वपूर्ण आधार क्या है?

आपातकाल की स्थिति में राज्य सरकारों के अधिकार किस अनुच्छेद में वर्णित हैं?