Question

Who among the following is competent to prescribe conditions for the acquisition of Citizenship?

• A. President
• B. Parliament
• C. Parliament and State Legislature
• D. Governor

Hint:

Remember, the Parliament is responsible for legislating laws related to citizenship, while the President's role is largely ceremonial in this process.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The power to prescribe conditions for acquiring citizenship lies with the Parliament of India. According to Article 11 of the Indian Constitution, Parliament is empowered to regulate the rights of citizenship. The President does not have direct authority to set these conditions.