UPSC Polity Question
Which of the following is the correct description of the term 'citizen' in the context of India?
A. A person enjoying full and equal membership of the Indian state.
B. Every person living and working in India.
C. A person enjoying rights under the Constitution of India.
D. A person who took birth in the territory of India.
Correct Answer:
A. A person enjoying full and equal membership of the Indian state.
Explanation:
A citizen is a full and equal member of a political community (the state). This status confers a political identity and comes with a set of rights and responsibilities. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they could include non-citizens (foreigners) or exclude certain citizens.