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Q.1

WBCS Prelims 2021

NRC is now in form of a

A. Draft

B. Bill

C. Act

D. None of the above

Explanation

Why Correct: The National Register of Citizens (NRC) operates under the Citizenship Act, 1955 and the Citizenship (Registration of Citizens and Issue of National Identity Cards) Rules, 2003, making it an Act-based exercise.
Distractor Analysis: Draft refers to the preliminary NRC list published in Assam in 2018. Bill refers to proposed legislation like the Citizenship Amendment Bill. None of the above is incorrect because NRC operates under existing legislation.
Takeaway: NRC in Assam was a Supreme Court-monitored process under the Citizenship Act, distinct from the National Population Register (NPR) which is conducted under the Citizenship Rules.

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Q.2

WBCS Prelims 2016

Which part of the Constitution deals with citizenship ?

A. Part 1

B. Part 2

C. Part 3

D. Part 4

Explanation

Why Correct: Part II of the Constitution, comprising Articles 5 to 11, exclusively governs citizenship, detailing provisions for acquisition at commencement, citizenship by birth, descent, registration, naturalization, and termination.
Distractor Analysis: Part I defines the Union and its territory, including state formation and reorganization. Part III enshrines Fundamental Rights guaranteed to citizens and in some cases to all persons. Part IV contains Directive Principles of State Policy, which are non-justiciable guidelines for governance.
Takeaway:</strong: The Citizenship Act of 1955, enacted under Article 11, provides the statutory framework for citizenship matters, while Part II sets the constitutional foundation.

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Q.3
WBCS Prelims 2004

What is the minimum period of stay for a person applying for Indian citizenship?

A. 3 years

B. 5 years

C. 1 year

D. 12 years

Explanation
Why Correct: The Citizenship Act, 1955 requires a person to have resided in India for at least 5 years immediately preceding the application date for citizenship by naturalization.
Distractor Analysis: 3 years applies to spouses of Indian citizens applying for citizenship by registration. 1 year has no basis in citizenship law. 12 years is the requirement for Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cardholders to be eligible for citizenship by registration.
Takeaway: For citizenship by registration, the required residence period varies from 0 years (for persons of Indian origin) to 7 years (for certain other categories like Commonwealth citizens).

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