Question

Q. As per the Indian Constitution, who among the following can accept a title from a foreign state only with the consent of the President?

Choose the correct one using the code given below.

• A. 3 only
• B. 2 only
• C. 1 only
• D. 2 and 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2 only

Explanation:

Article 18 of the constitution of India abolishes titles. It provides certain conditions including:

• It prohibits the state from conferring any title on any citizen or a foreigner (except a military or academic distinction) on anybody, whether a citizen or a foreigner.
• It prohibits a citizen of India from accepting any title from any foreign state.
• A foreigner holding any office of profit or trust under the state cannot accept any title from any foreign state without the consent of the President of India. Hence only, the second option is correct.
• No citizen or foreigner holding any office of profit or trust within the territory of India can accept any present, emolument or office from or under any foreign State without the consent of the president.