NCERT Class 9 Political Science — Chapter 4: Democratic rights

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The freedom to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India under Article 19 implies that:

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Options

ACitizens have the right to move and settle in any State for occupation or residence.
BCitizens can acquire land in notified tribal areas without restriction.
CCitizens must surrender their domicile of origin upon migration.
DCitizens can claim dual citizenship with neighbouring countries.

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Correct Option

The correct option is

Citizens have the right to move and settle in any State for occupation or residence.

Explanation

Article 19(1)(e) of the Indian Constitution guarantees to every citizen the right to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India. This provision aims to remove internal barriers within the country and promote nationalism by allowing citizens to move and settle freely across state borders, subject to reasonable restrictions under Article 19(5).

Option Analysis

Citizens can acquire land in notified tribal areas without restriction. is Incorrect: The right to reside and settle is not absolute. Under Article 19(5), the State can impose reasonable restrictions in the interest of the general public or for the protection of the interests of any Scheduled Tribe. Consequently, citizens are often restricted from acquiring land or settling in notified tribal areas to preserve the distinct culture, language, and customs of the tribes.
Citizens have the right to move and settle in any State for occupation or residence. is Correct: The freedom to reside and settle (Article 19(1)(e)) complements the freedom of movement (Article 19(1)Citizens can claim dual citizenship with neighbouring countries.). Together, they ensure that citizens can travel to and establish a home or place of work in any state within the Indian Union, fostering the concept of a unified territory.
Citizens must surrender their domicile of origin upon migration. is Incorrect: India recognizes a single citizenship and a single domicile (the domicile of India). While states may have specific rules regarding residence for benefits like education or employment (domicile requirements), migration does not legally require the "surrender" of a domicile of origin in the manner implied. Domicile of origin continues until a domicile of choice is acquired, but this is a concept of private international law and not a precondition for exercising Article 19 rights.
Citizens can claim dual citizenship with neighbouring countries. is Incorrect: The Indian Constitution provides for single citizenship. Article 9 clearly states that if a citizen voluntarily acquires the citizenship of any foreign State, they cease to be a citizen of India. Dual citizenship is not permitted.

Key Takeaway: Article 19(1)(e) grants the right to reside and settle anywhere in India to promote national integration, but this right is subject to reasonable restrictions to protect the interests of the general public and Scheduled Tribes.

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Correct Option

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Citizens have the right to move and settle in any State for occupation or residence.

Explanation

Option Analysis

Citizens can acquire land in notified tribal areas without restriction. is Incorrect: The right to reside and settle is not absolute. Under Article 19(5), the State can impose reasonable restrictions in the interest of the general public or for the protection of the interests of any Scheduled Tribe. Consequently, citizens are often restricted from acquiring land or settling in notified tribal areas to preserve the distinct culture, language, and customs of the tribes.
Citizens have the right to move and settle in any State for occupation or residence. is Correct: The freedom to reside and settle (Article 19(1)(e)) complements the freedom of movement (Article 19(1)Citizens can claim dual citizenship with neighbouring countries.). Together, they ensure that citizens can travel to and establish a home or place of work in any state within the Indian Union, fostering the concept of a unified territory.
Citizens must surrender their domicile of origin upon migration. is Incorrect: India recognizes a single citizenship and a single domicile (the domicile of India). While states may have specific rules regarding residence for benefits like education or employment (domicile requirements), migration does not legally require the "surrender" of a domicile of origin in the manner implied. Domicile of origin continues until a domicile of choice is acquired, but this is a concept of private international law and not a precondition for exercising Article 19 rights.
Citizens can claim dual citizenship with neighbouring countries. is Incorrect: The Indian Constitution provides for single citizenship. Article 9 clearly states that if a citizen voluntarily acquires the citizenship of any foreign State, they cease to be a citizen of India. Dual citizenship is not permitted.