UPSC Polity Question
Which one of the following is incorrect about constitutional provisions with respect to citizenship?
A. There is no provision for separate state citizenship.
B. It empowers the Parliament to enact a law on matters related to citizenship.
C. It only identifies the persons who became citizens of India on 26th January 1950.
D. It deals with the problem of acquisition or loss of citizenship subsequent to its commencement.
Correct Answer:
D. It deals with the problem of acquisition or loss of citizenship subsequent to its commencement.
Explanation:
Statement D is incorrect. The Constitution (Articles 5-11) does not deal with the acquisition or loss of citizenship after its commencement on January 26, 1950. It only identifies who became a citizen on that date and empowers Parliament to make laws for all subsequent matters related to citizenship.