UPSC Prelims 2005 Q50: Indian Polity – Federalism & Centre - State Relations
Consider the following statements:
1. Articles 371A to 371I were inserted in the Constitution of India to meet regional demands of
Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and Goa.
2. Constitution of India and the United States of America can envisage a dual policy (the Union
and the States) but a single citizenship.
3. A naturalized citizen of India can never be deprived of his citizenship.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1, 2 and 3
- (b) 1 and 3
- (c) 3 only
- (d) 1 only
Answer: (d) 1 only
Explanation
Articles 371A-371I, citizenship and denaturalisation
| Statement | Verdict |
|---|---|
| 1. Articles 371A-371I meet regional demands | True — Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal, Goa |
| 2. India and USA have single citizenship | False: India has single citizenship, the USA has dual |
| 3. Naturalised citizen can never be deprived | False: the Citizenship Act allows deprivation in some cases |
Only statement 1 is correct.
Answer: (d) 1 only.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) Incorrect. Statements 2 and 3 are false.
- (b) Incorrect. Statement 3 is false.
- (c) Incorrect. Statement 3 is false.
- (d) CORRECT. Only statement 1 is correct.
Key point
Special provisions: 371 (Maharashtra, Gujarat), 371A Nagaland, 371B Assam, 371C Manipur, 371D-E AP, 371F Sikkim, 371G Mizoram, 371H Arunachal, 371I Goa.
Remember
Articles 371A to 371I give special provisions to eight States.
Common mistakes
- Believing India has dual citizenship like the USA.
- Thinking naturalisation is irrevocable.
- Missing that 371A-371I includes Goa.
Exam tip
India: single citizenship, USA: dual (federal and state).
Sources
- M. Laxmikanth — Indian Polity
- Constitution of India — Part XXI: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions (Articles 371 to 371J)