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Who has the authority to grant or terminate Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Act of 1955?

Option: 1

The President of India


Option: 2

The Prime Minister of India


Option: 3

The Parliament of India


Option: 4

The Supreme Court of India


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Under the Citizenship Act of 1955, the authority to grant or terminate Indian citizenship rests with the President of India. The President has the power to grant citizenship to foreign nationals, as well as to take action in cases of deprivation or termination of citizenship under certain circumstances. This authority is vested in the highest constitutional office in India.

 

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