India Citizenship Bill Puts Muslims At Risk Of Deportation

The Citizenship Amendment Bill proposed by India's BJP aims to grant citizenship to non-Muslim religious minorities from neighboring countries, amending a 1955 law. Supporters argue it protects persecuted groups while critics claim it marginalizes Muslims and violates India's secular constitution. The bill has sparked tensions, especially in Assam, where many Muslims were excluded from a citizenship registry. Legal experts question the exclusion of other persecuted groups like the Rohingya. The bill is set for debate in India's upper house of parliament.

What is the primary objective of the Citizenship Amendment Bill?

• To amend the Indian constitution

• To revoke citizenship from illegal immigrants

• To provide citizenship to non-Muslim minorities from neighboring countries

• To grant citizenship to all immigrants

Which countries are mentioned as sources of refugees eligible for citizenship under the bill?

• Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Pakistan

• Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Bhutan

• Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bhutan

• Myanmar, China, and Nepal

What do critics argue about the Citizenship Amendment Bill?

• It strengthens India's secular constitution

• It marginalizes Muslim residents

• It promotes illegal immigration

• It is universally accepted by all political parties

Which group is notably excluded from the bill despite being highly persecuted?

• Hindus from Nepal

• Rohingya from Myanmar

• Buddhists from Sri Lanka

• Christians from Bhutan

What is the next step for the Citizenship Amendment Bill?

• It will be rejected by the government

• It will be debated in India's upper House of Parliament

• It will be implemented immediately

• It will be sent to the United Nations for approval