Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:51pm on 27 Feb 2024,Tuesday Politics
Government sources indicate that the Centre could enact the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) before the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, potentially notifying its rules prior to the Model Code of Conduct taking effect. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reaffirmed earlier statements, asserting the CAA's implementation before polls. Amidst ongoing debates and protests, the CAA offers expedited citizenship for persecuted minorities from neighboring countries. Despite passing in 2019, its implementation was delayed pending finalization of rules. The move signals a decisive step by the government amidst continued controversy surrounding the legislation.
