With reference to India, consider the following statements: 1. There is only one citizenship and one…
With reference to India, consider the following statements: 1. There is only one citizenship and one domicile. 2. A citizen by birth only can become the Head of State. 3. A foreigner once granted the citizenship cannot be deprived of it under any circumstances. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
1 and 3
2 and 3
Solution
India has single citizenship and single domicile (Statement 1 correct). Citizens by naturalization or registration can also become the President (Head of State) — citizenship by birth is not the only criterion (Statement 2 incorrect). Citizenship can be terminated under the Citizenship Act, 1955, even for foreigners granted citizenship (Statement 3 incorrect).