1. It gives dual citizenship to Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) who are citizens of another country. |
2. It gives Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) who are citizens of another country, an OCI card without citizenship. |
3. It permits the OCI to vote in general elections in India. |
4. It allows the OCI to travel to India without visa. |
A) 1 and 2
B) 1 and 3
C) 3 only
D) 2 and 4
Correct Answer: C
Solution :
It does not permit the OCI to vote in general election in India. On the occasion of first Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas on 9th January 2003, former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had made an announcement for grant of dual citizenship to PIOs. The necessary Legislation was introduced by the Government of India in Parliament in May 2003.You need to login to perform this action.
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