Citizenship Laws

Citizenship laws determine how individuals acquire nationality or legal membership in a country. These laws generally fall into two categories: *jus soli* (right of the soil), where citizenship is granted to individuals born on a country's territory, and *jus sanguinis* (right of blood), where citizenship is based on the nationality of one's parents. Additionally, people can acquire citizenship through naturalization, which involves fulfilling specific criteria like residency and demonstrating language or cultural knowledge. Citizenship confers rights and responsibilities, including voting, legal protection, and the obligation to obey laws and pay taxes.