MEA's assertion that a passport isn't conclusive proof of citizenship has sparked debate. While legally correct, as citizenship is defined by the Constitution and Citizenship Act, the statement overlooks the practical reality. Passports are generally issued only to citizens after rigorous checks, creating a strong presumption of citizenship for most applicants. The ministry should clarify this to avoid public anxiety.

The passport remains a travel document, and not a document of citizenship, as it attests the nationality of Indians when they are abroad | India News

India's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six working days. The number of passport…

India's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six working days. The number of passport…

A recent statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarifying that a passport is not proof of citizenship has sparked debate. Indian courts have consistently ruled that…