In which article of the Indian Constitution, it is said that a person who voluntarily acquires the citizenship of a foreign state cannot be a citizen of India?

1. A

   Article 9

2. B

   Article 23

3. C

   Article 19

4. D

   Article 7

Appeared in: DSSSB October 2024

Explanation

• Article 9 of the Indian Constitution explicitly addresses the termination of citizenship upon acquiring foreign nationality.
• It states that any person who voluntarily acquires the citizenship of a foreign state shall cease to be a citizen of India.
• This provision enforces India's policy of single citizenship, prohibiting dual nationality.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option B: This article is part of the Fundamental Rights, specifically the 'Right against Exploitation'. It prohibits human trafficking and forced labor.
• Option C: This article guarantees six fundamental freedoms to Indian citizens, such as freedom of speech and expression, assembly, and movement.
• Option D: This article pertains to the citizenship rights of individuals who migrated to Pakistan from India after March 1, 1947, during the Partition.

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Indian Citizenship and Constitutional Provisions as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• Understanding constitutional provisions on citizenship is crucial for legal and civic awareness, as it affects fundamental rights like voting and holding public office.
• This knowledge is essential for competitive exams and for individuals dealing with matters of immigration, emigration, and dual nationality.
• What if? - If India were to allow dual citizenship, Article 9 would need to be amended or repealed. This would allow Indian citizens to hold another country's passport without losing their Indian status, significantly impacting taxation, travel rights, and political participation.

How to Approach the Question

• First, identify the core subject of the question, which is the constitutional provision for the loss of Indian citizenship upon acquiring a foreign one.
• Recognize that the options are specific articles of the Indian Constitution, making this a factual recall question.
• Recall or deduce that matters of citizenship are covered in Part II of the Constitution, specifically in Articles 5 through 11.
• Evaluate each option based on this knowledge. Article 9 falls within this range and is the specific article dealing with this termination clause.
• Eliminate the other options by identifying their subject matter: Article 7 (migration during Partition), Article 19 (Fundamental Freedoms), and Article 23 (Right against Exploitation).
• Conclude that Article 9 is the only option that directly addresses the condition described in the question.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Indian Citizenship and Constitutional Provisions
• Stem keywords: Indian Constitution, citizenship, foreign state, voluntarily acquires
• Lead-in keywords: In which article
• Negative lead-in flag: false

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Reference Book

E6 Handbook of Forensic Nursing Suresh Sharma p. 49-51