MEA Clarifies Passport Is Not Proof Of Indian Citizenship | Big Debate Over Citizenship Documents
The Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that an Indian passport alone cannot be considered as proof of Indian citizenship. Under the Passports Act of
The Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that an Indian passport alone cannot be considered as proof of Indian citizenship. Under the Passports Act of 1967, the ministry possesses the authority to issue passports to certain non-Indians under special provisions. Consequently, while a passport attests to nationality abroad, it does not serve as standalone citizenship proof within India, specifically regarding the Special Intensive Revision process.
The statement has sparked a political debate, with opposition parties, including the Congress, questioning what serves as citizenship proof if a passport does not. Shivani Sharma reports on the development, highlighting that around 1.5 crore people in India possess passports. Subscribe to India Today for NEW VIDEOS EVERY DAY and make sure to enable Push Notifications so you'll never miss a new video.
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