Commentary on the Citizenship act, 1955 new Edn 2024 (CAA)

Commentary on the Citizenship Act, 1955 (New Edition 2024) is a leading legal treatise offering an in-depth and authoritative exposition of India’s citizenship and nationality framework. Renowned for its constitutional clarity and analytical rigor, the commentary examines every provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955 in light of legislative history, constitutional principles, and administrative practice. This edition gives special and detailed treatment to the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 (CAA), addressing its scope, objectives, constitutional implications, and judicial scrutiny. The book also covers acquisition and termination of citizenship, registration, naturalization, overseas citizenship, and procedural powers of the Central Government. Updated with recent judicial developments and constitutional discourse, the commentary is indispensable for courts, practitioners, policymakers, and scholars dealing with citizenship-related questions. Written in a structured and accessible style, it bridges statutory interpretation with constitutional values such as equality, secularism, and due process.