Which Article of the Constitution of India vests plenary powers in Parliament to legislate on the subject of citizenship?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Article 11.
Article 11 of the Constitution of India vests plenary powers in Parliament to legislate on the subject of citizenship. It allows Parliament to regulate the acquisition and termination of citizenship.
Other options:
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Article 5: Deals with the rights of citizenship for persons who migrated from Pakistan to India at the time of independence.
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Article 6: Concerns citizenship for people who migrated from Pakistan before 19th July 1948.
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Article 8: Refers to the rights of citizens of India residing outside India.