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 the citizenship cannot be deprived of it under any circumstances. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. 1 and 3
4. 2 and 3

Correct Answer

1 only

Explanation

India follows single citizenship (Article 5–11). The President must be a citizen of India, not necessarily by birth. Citizenship can be terminated under certain conditions (Articles 9–10, Citizenship Act 1955).

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