What documents are sufficient to prove Indian citizenship?

A person was born in Bokaro, India, in 1994, with a birth certificate stating Indian citizenship, along with a passport, voter ID, etc. Their parents were government and public sector employees with passports and voter IDs. However, the parents do not have birth certificates, as they were born in 1955 in Assam and have lived in Bokaro for 40 years. Their grandfather was an Indian Railways employee. What documents are sufficient to prove Indian citizenship for this person?

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 31 Mar 2025


The person can prove Indian citizenship with a birth certificate, passport, voter ID, and their parents’ documents. If needed, apply for a citizenship verification certificate from the local authority, providing all relevant documents, including proof of parents' residency and employment records. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
 

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