Citizenship And Emigration Law

Designed to meet the syllabus requirements of the Bar Council of India and law universities nationwide, this edition of Citizenship and Emigration Law provides students with a lucid and comprehensive treatment of citizenship and migration laws. Dr. S. R. Myneni presents foundational concepts-such as nationality, domicile, dual and overseas citizenship-alongside statutory provisions, historical evolution, international law dimensions, and legal rights of citizens and non-citizens.

The volume further explores emigration law, covering passports, visas, refugee status, illegal migration, extradition, and deportation. It features case studies, statutory analysis, and comparative perspectives to help readers understand the real-world application of legal principles.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage of citizenship concepts: acquisition, termination, dual and Commonwealth citizenship, and overseas citizenship.
• Historical and constitutional analysis tracing the evolution of citizenship laws in India.
• Detailed exploration of emigration law: passports, visas, migrants’ rights, illegal migration, refugees, and deportation.
• Examines rights, obligations, and legal status of citizens vs. non-citizens; supports statutory interpretation with real‑life examples.
• Covers international treaties and conventions affecting citizenship and emigration.
• Updated edition includes legislative changes and recent jurisprudence; meets BCI and university curricula.

Presented in clear, student-friendly language, this textbook bridges theoretical frameworks with contemporary statutory and judicial developments.