Definition of Anglo-Indian - Indian polity and Governance
Q. Which of the following statements are correct?
1. Anglo-Indian is a person who has one European parent and one Indian parent and is domiciled within the territory of India
2. According to constitution, it is mandatory for President to appoint two members to Rajya Sabha. - Published on 11 Jul 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
ANSWER: None of the above
According to the Constitution of India, a person from the Anglo-Indian community is defined as, “a person whose father or any of whose other male progenitors in the male line is or was of European descent; but who is domiciled within the territory of India, and is or was born within such territory of parents habitually resident therein and not established there for temporary purposes only.
Not more than two members of the Anglo-Indian Community to be nominated by the President of India, if, in his/her opinion, that community is not adequately represented in the upper house or Lok Sabha.
George Baker and Prof Richard Hay has been nominated by the President.
