Important Amendment: Citizenship Act
Q1: What was the amendment made to the Citizenship Act in 1986?
A: The 1986 amendment made acquiring citizenship difficult for refugees from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and other countries. It stipulated that individuals born in India:
- Between January 26, 1950, and November 26, 1986, were citizens by birth.
- On or after the commencement of the 1986 Act, were citizens only if either parent was an Indian citizen at the time of birth.
Q2: How did the Citizenship Act change in December 2003?
A: The 2003 amendment facilitated re-acquisition of Indian citizenship for children of Indian citizens and former Indian citizens. It also tightened the process to prevent illegal migrants from gaining citizenship.
Q3: How did Adnan Sami obtain Indian citizenship?
A: Adnan Sami, a Pakistani singer residing in India since 2001, was granted Indian citizenship under Section 6 of the Indian Citizenship Act, 1955. This provision allows naturalization for individuals with significant contributions in science, philosophy, art, literature, world peace, or human progress.
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
Q1: According to the Citizenship Act of 1986, a person born in India after 1986 is a citizen if:
a) They are born on Indian soil
b) Either parent is an Indian citizen
c) They have resided in India for 10 years
d) Both parents are Indian citizens
Answer: (b) Either parent is an Indian citizen
Explanation: The 1986 amendment made it mandatory for at least one parent to be an Indian citizen at the time of birth.
Q2: What was a key change in the Citizenship Act of 2003?
a) Introduction of dual citizenship
b) Simplification of naturalization
c) Stricter regulations for illegal migrants
d) Automatic citizenship for children of Indian origin
Answer: (c) Stricter regulations for illegal migrants
Explanation: The 2003 amendment aimed to prevent illegal migrants from gaining Indian citizenship easily.
FAQs(Amendment: Citizenship Act)
Q1: What is the current period required for acquiring citizenship through registration?
A: The period was increased from six months to five years after the 1986 amendment.
Q2: Can illegal migrants apply for Indian citizenship?
A: No, the 2003 amendment made it more difficult for illegal migrants to acquire citizenship.
MCQ Quiz
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