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Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which of the following condition/conditions must be fulfilled by the NRIs to be eligible to vote in elections in India?
$1.$ They must be physically present in their place of origin to exercise their franchise.
$2.$ NRIs whether they have acquired citizenship of other countries are not eligible to vote.
$3.$ Eligible NRIs have to register by filling up Form 6-A with electoral registration office.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  1. $1, 2$ and $3$
  2. $1$ and $3$
  3. Only $2$
  4. Only $3$
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Eligible NRIs must be citizens, register via Form 6-A, and must be physically present in their constituency to vote.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

A person will lose his citizenship, if ___________.

  1. he voluntarily surrenders his citizenship

  2. the government withdraws his citizenship

  3. he voluntarily accepts citizenship of another country

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Indian citizenship is lost through voluntary surrender (renunciation), government action (deprivation), or by acquiring foreign citizenship (termination).

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Naturalisation may take place if a foreigner is __________.
$1.$ not a citizen of a country where Indian citizens cannot become naturalised citizens.
$2.$ renounces his citizenship of other country.
$3.$ of good character.

  1. $1$ and $3$
  2. $1$ and $2$
  3. $2$ and $3$

  4. All of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Naturalisation criteria include good character, renunciation of previous citizenship, and reciprocity (not being a citizen of a country that denies naturalisation to Indians).

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

What is the meaning of Domicile according to Indian Constitution?

  1. Temporary home

  2. Permanent home

  3. Home in different country

  4. Home in Enemy country
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

In the context of the Indian Constitution, domicile refers to a person's permanent home or place of permanent residence.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Who can acquire the Indian citizenship by naturalisation?

  1. Foreigners

  2. NRI

  3. Overseas Indians

  4. All of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Naturalisation is the process by which a foreigner who is not a citizen by birth or descent can acquire citizenship of a country.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which of the following statements are correct regarding Dual Citizenship $2005$ in India.
$1.$ Dual citizens are to be treated as citizens for the purpose of taxation.
$2.$ They are not eligible to be elected to public office.
$3.$ The Dual Citizenship does not provide voting rights to the NRIs.
Choose the correct option.

  1. $1$ and $2$
  2. $1$ and $3$
  3. $2$ and $3$
  4. Only $2$
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) are not eligible for election to public office and do not possess voting rights. They are also not treated as citizens for taxation purposes, as they are foreign nationals.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

The citizenship means:
$1.$ Full civil and political rights of the citizens.
$2.$ the rights of suffrage for election to the house of the People (of the Union) and the Legislative Assembly of every state.
$3.$ The right to become a member of the Parliament and member of Legislative Assemblies.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  1. $1$ and $2$
  2. $1$ and $3$
  3. $2$ and $3$

  4. All of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Citizenship in India confers full civil and political rights, including the right to vote in parliamentary and state assembly elections, and the eligibility to contest elections for these bodies.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Persons of Indian origin who were citizens of 16-countries list, were eligible to apply for Dual Citizenships.
Which of the following countries are included in the $16$ countries list?
$1.$ Australia
$2.$ Canada
$3.$ Finland
$4.$ Portugal
$5.$ Russia
Choose the correct option.

  1. $1, 2, 3$ and $4$
  2. $2, 3, 4$ and $5$
  3. $1, 2, 3$ and $5$
  4. $1, 2, 4$ and $5$
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The original list of countries for OCI eligibility included Australia, Canada, Finland, and Portugal, among others. Russia was not part of the initial list of 16 countries.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Consider the following statements regarding citizens and aliens:
$1.$ Aliens do not enjoy all the Fundamental Rights.
$2.$ Citizens alone have the right to hold offices of Attorney General and the Advocate General.
$3.$ Like citizenship, domicile is also one for the whole of India.
Choose the correct option.

  1. $1, 2$ and $3$
  2. $2$ and $3$
  3. $1$ and $2$
  4. $1$ and $3$
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Aliens do not enjoy all Fundamental Rights (e.g., Articles 15, 16, 19). Certain high offices are reserved for citizens. India follows a single citizenship system, and domicile is also uniform across the country.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Consider the following statements.
$1.$ Friendly Aliens are subjects of those countries that have cordial relationship with India and enemy aliens are subjects of that country which are at war with India.
$2.$ Friendly Aliens enjoy lesser rights than the enemy aliens.
Which of the above statements are correct?

  1. Only $1$
  2. Only $2$
  3. Both $1$ and $2$

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Friendly aliens are from countries at peace with India, while enemy aliens are from countries at war. Friendly aliens enjoy more rights than enemy aliens, who are denied protection against arrest and detention under Article 22.