WBCS.LIVE practice question

How many years does a person of Indian origin need to reside in India to become a citizen of India under the Citizenship Act, 1955?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 5 years
  2. 3 years
  3. 7 years
  4. 10 years

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 7 years

Explanation: The correct answer is C. 7 years. According to the Citizenship Act, 1955, a person of Indian origin who is ordinarily resident in India for seven years before applying can acquire Indian citizenship by registration. The seven-year period is calculated from the date of application, with the individual required to have stayed in India for twelve months immediately before the date of application, and for six years out of the previous eight years.