A case was filed against Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna amid the controversy surrounding videos allegedly showing him sexually assaulting several women.
The Karnataka Police's SIT has been awaiting the return of JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna to Bengaluru to surrender to the team investigating alleged sleaze videos associated with him.
The situation involving Prajwal Revanna has brought attention to the visa exemption agreement between India and Germany, which was established in 2011.
Under this agreement, Indian diplomatic passport holders can travel to Germany for up to 90 days without a visa.
The passport authority has the authority to impound or revoke a passport under several circumstances.
The 33-year-old MP reportedly departed the country on April 27 using a diplomatic passport. Photo : Twitter
New Delhi: A case was filed against Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna , were flooded on social media shortly after he cast his vote on April 26 during Phase 2 of the Lok Sabha elections. A case was filed against Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna amid the controversy surrounding videos allegedly showing him sexually assaulting several women. These video clips, which allegedly involved, were flooded on social media shortly after he cast his vote on April 26 during Phase 2 of the Lok Sabha elections.
The Karnataka Police's SIT has been awaiting the return of JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna to Bengaluru to surrender to the team investigating alleged sleaze videos associated with him. The 33-year-old MP reportedly departed the country on April 27 using a diplomatic passport and is suspected to be in Germany .
Diplomatic Passports : All You Need To Know
Diplomatic passports, distinguished by their maroon covers, differ from regular passports which typically have dark blue covers. They are issued for a shorter validity period, usually five years or less, by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Holders of diplomatic passports are entitled to several distinct privileges and immunities under international law, such as immunity from arrest, detention, and certain legal proceedings in the host country.
Such passports are issued to the following set of people:
1. Diplomatic Status: Individuals representing the government in official capacities with diplomatic status.
2. Government Appointees: Individuals appointed by the government for official business abroad.
3. Senior Officers: Senior officers holding ranks of Joint Secretary or higher in the Indian Foreign Service (IFS).
4. Family Members: Relatives and immediate family members of IFS and MEA officers.
5. Selected Individuals: This category is for union ministers and MPs undertaking official government travel.
Prajwal Revanna’s Situation
While regular citizens need visas for international travel, diplomatic passport holders often have exemptions in certain nations. The situation involving Prajwal Revanna has brought attention to the visa exemption agreement between India and Germany, which was established in 2011. Under this agreement, Indian diplomatic passport holders can travel to Germany for up to 90 days without a visa.
However, even with this exemption, individuals holding diplomatic passports are still obligated to seek prior political clearance for personal trips abroad.
Revocation Of Diplomatic Passports:
Under the Passport Act, the passport authority has the power to cancel a passport or travel document with the prior approval of the Central government, in accordance with the provisions outlined in sub-section (1) of section 6 or any notification issued under section 19.
The passport authority has the authority to impound or revoke a passport under several circumstances. These include if the authority suspects that the passport holder is in wrongful possession of the document; if the passport was obtained through the suppression of material information or based on incorrect information provided by the individual, or if the passport authority becomes aware that the individual has been issued a court order preventing their departure from India or has been summoned by a court.
Meanwhile, the Karnataka government issued a Blue Corner Notice against Prajwal Revanna.
What Is Blue Corner Notice And Why Interpol Issued It Against Prajwal Revanna?
Unlike a Red Corner Notice used for extradition, a Blue Corner Notice is issued by Interpol to gather information about a person of interest in a criminal investigation. It seeks details regarding identity, location, or activities related to the case. This notice helps the investigating agencies in their inquiries.
Interpol uses seven types of notices, each serving distinct purposes. The Blue Notice is an international tool for police in member countries to exchange crucial crime-related information for cooperation in criminal investigations.
