The debate was triggered by a statement from the ministry of external affairs (MEA) that an Indian passport is "primarily a travel document" and should not be regarded as proof of citizenship.

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A fresh debate over proof of Indian citizenship has emerged after the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified that a passport, despite being issued only to Indian citizens, is not conclusive ...