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 citizenship cannot be deprived of it under any circumstances.
Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.2 only
- C.1 and 3
- D.2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: A. 1 only
India follows a system of single citizenship, meaning all citizens have the same rights and privileges regardless of their state of residence. The Constitution also implies a single domicile. While the President must be a citizen by birth, the Head of State role can be attained by other means in different contexts or under specific interpretations not directly addressed by this statement. Furthermore, citizenship granted to a foreigner can be renounced or terminated under certain conditions as per the Citizenship Act, 1955, negating the absolute claim in the third statement.
Source: UPSC gs1 2021