Indian Passport Not Proof of Citizenship: Concerns and Personal Anecdote Highlight Arbitrariness
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- An MEA official's statement that Indian passports aren't proof of citizenship has sparked concern amidst ongoing verification drives.
- The author shares a personal experience of their passport being questioned years after issuance, highlighting arbitrary citizenship challenges.
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Ongoing citizenship verification drives in India, including NRC and CAA, have heightened concerns over proof of citizenship.
Marking Passport Seva Divas on June 24, an MEA official reiterated that an Indian passport is not a document of Indian citizenship. [...] This experience suggests that not only is the passport not a document of citizenship, but also that anyone’s citizenship can be questioned at any time without any reason being mentioned.
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Increased public outcry and potential protests against arbitrary citizenship checks.
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Offene Fragen
- What triggers arbitrary citizenship challenges?
- How can citizens ensure their status is secure?