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Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations

India asked Canada to reduce its diplomatic staff to match India's presence in Canada. India has emphasized that its actions are in line with the Vienna Convention.

Key Points

  • It’s a UN treaty from 1961 that sets rules on how countries treat diplomats to ensure good relations.
  • A key principle is diplomatic immunity, which protects diplomats from certain laws in the host country.

Key Articles:

  • Article 9: A country can ask for a diplomat to be recalled without giving reasons.
  • Article 11: The size of a diplomatic mission should be reasonable.
  • Article 29: Diplomats cannot be arrested or detained.

 

India’s Ratification:

1972: India agreed to the convention through the Diplomatic Relations (Vienna Convention) Act.

 

Why in News:

  • India asked Canada to reduce its diplomatic staff to match India’s presence in Canada. India has  emphasized that its actions are in line with the Vienna Convention.