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Citizenship

CBSE · Class 11 · Political Science

Quick revision notes for Citizenship — CBSE Class 11 Political Science. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Definition and Meaning of Citizenship

  • Citizenship means full and equal membership of a political community
  • States provide collective political identity to members (Indians, Japanese, Germans)
  • Citizens expect rights from state and protection wherever they travel
2

Historical Evolution and Struggles for Citizenship

  • Each citizenship right won after struggle against powerful authorities
  • Early struggles against monarchies in Europe (French Revolution 1789)
  • Colonial struggles in Asia and Africa for equal citizenship
3

Freedom of Movement and Regional Citizenship Issues

  • Freedom of movement is important right for workers seeking employment
  • Labour migration creates markets for skilled and unskilled workers across India
  • Examples: IT workers to Bangalore, Kerala nurses nationwide, construction workers
4

Urban Poor and Citizenship Rights

  • Large population of slum-dwellers in Indian cities face citizenship challenges
  • Slum conditions: overcrowding, no toilets, running water, or sanitation
  • Slum-dwellers contribute significantly to urban economy through various jobs

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Citizenship means full and equal membershipBritish sociologist TCitizens have the right to moveUrban poorModern nation

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