How Prajwal Revanna, Accused Of Sex Harassment, Left India Without A Visa
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Diplomatic passports, distinguishable by their maroon covers, differ from regular passports primarily in their privileges and immunities under international law.
The sexual abuse case against Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna has put the spotlight on diplomatic passports as the leader managed to leave India despite the investigation being on. The Karnataka government has now requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to cancel his diplomatic immunity so that he can be brought back to India and questioned. Prajwal Revanna is the grandson of former Prime Minister Deve Gowda.
What is a Diplomatic Passport?
Diplomatic passports, distinguishable by their maroon covers, differ from regular passports primarily in their privileges and immunities under international law. Issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), diplomatic passports are given to these individuals:
