In force · As amended up to 2026-08
11. Special mode of acquiring domicile in India.— Any person may acquire a domicile in[1] [India] by making and depositing in some office in[1] [India] appointed in this behalf by the State Government, a declaration in writing under his hand of his desire to acquire such domicile; provided that he has been resident in[1] [India] for one year immediately preceding the time of his making such declaration.
Source: India Code