CURRENT AFFAIRS

2020

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Home Ministry extended regular and e-visas of all foreigners who are stranded in India due to the coronavirus lockdown till which date on a gratis basis?
A
May 3
B
May 6
C
May 2
D
May 1
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Indian visa or stay stipulation period of foreign nationals stranded in India due to COVID-19 pandemic to be considered as deemed to be valid till 31.08. 2021.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Government of India has decided to restore all valid regular paper /e-visa [including long term 10 years tourist regular paper visa and 5 years e-visa] irrespective of its issue date, for the nationals of USA since 16 March 2022.

Detailed explanation-3: -A: India’s eVisa came into force in 2014 and was suspended during the Covid-19 pandemic. It was restored in March 2021.

Detailed explanation-4: -Biometric details of the applicant will be mandatorily captured at Immigration on arrival in India. e-Visa is non-extendable, non-convertible & not valid for visiting Protected/Restricted and Cantonment Areas.

Detailed explanation-5: -India Restores Long Term e Tourist Visa with Immediate Effect 2022 - India eVisa Online.

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