Indian Citizenship Act, 1955
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According to the Constitution of India, which article discusses the reservation of posts in public employment based on residence?

  • Article 16(4)
  • Article 45
  • Article 16(3) (correct)
  • Article 330-342
  • Which article of the Indian Constitution discusses the special provisions for certain classes of society?

  • Article 16(4)
  • Article 330 – 342 (correct)
  • Article 16(3)
  • Article 45
  • Under the Directive Principles of State Policy, which article states that the government has a duty to raise the standards of living and health of backward classes?

  • Article 16(4)
  • Article 330-342
  • Article 45 (correct)
  • Article 16(3)
  • Which article of the Indian Constitution discusses the concept of citizenship?

    <p>Articles 5-11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Act of the Indian Parliament deals with matters relating to the acquisition, determination, and termination of Indian citizenship after the commencement of the Constitution?

    <p>The Citizenship Act, 1955</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Constitution of India, which article discusses the reservation in public employment for backward classes?

    <p>Article 16(4)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who automatically became citizens of India at the commencement of the Constitution?

    <p>People domiciled in India as of 26th November 1949</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is eligible for Indian citizenship by birth?

    <p>A person born in India on or after 26th January 1950 but before 1st July 1987</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can Indian citizenship be acquired through naturalization?

    <p>By residing for a specified period in India and fulfilling other conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances does a male person's minor child also cease to be a citizen of India?

    <p>If the male person renounces his Indian citizenship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individuals are not eligible for Indian citizenship by birth according to the Citizenship Act?

    <p>Children of foreign diplomatic personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can one terminate their Indian citizenship according to the Citizenship Act?

    <p>By renouncing their Indian citizenship through a declaration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is eligible for Indian citizenship if they have been a resident of India for not less than 5 years immediately preceding the commencement of the Constitution?

    <p>A person who was born in Indian territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under Article 6, who can be registered as a citizen of India by an officer appointed by the government of the Dominion of India?

    <p>A person who migrated from Pakistan before July 19th, 1948</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individuals are eligible for Indian citizenship if they have been a resident of India since their migration and registered as a citizen by an officer before the commencement of the Constitution?

    <p>Those whose grandparents were born in India as per the Government of India Act of 1935</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Indian citizenship, which group is automatically considered as citizens at the commencement of the Constitution?

    <p>Persons born in Indian territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who qualifies for Indian citizenship based on having parents or grandparents born in India as per the Government of India Act of 1935?

    <p>Individuals who have been residents of India for not less than 5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can a person who migrated from Pakistan after July 19th, 1948 be registered as an Indian citizen before the commencement of the Constitution?

    <p>Migrating before July 19th, 1948 and being registered by a government-appointed officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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