What did SCOTUS rule on birthright citizenship? | Explained
The article discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's (SCOTUS) decision to uphold birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, striking down President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at limiting it. It delves into the historical context of birthright citizenship, linking it to the abolition of slavery and the 13th and 14th Amendments, and explains how it became a political issue, particularly concerning immigration and 'birth tourism'. The ruling reaffirms that anyone born on U.S. soil is a citizen, with limited exceptions, and highlights the ongoing political debate over this constitutional provision.
The article discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's (SCOTUS) decision to uphold birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, striking down President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at limiting it. It delves into the historical context of birthright citizenship, linking it to the abolition of slavery and the 13th and 14th Amendments, and explains how it became a political issue, particularly concerning immigration and 'birth tourism'. The ruling reaffirms that anyone born on U.S. soil is a citizen, with limited exceptions, and highlights the ongoing political debate over this constitutional provision.
Exam linkage
GS Paper II: Indian Polity and Governance - Constitution of India—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries.
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