SHORT ANSWER:
ECNR stands for "Emigration Check Not Required" passport.
DETAILS:
- It is a type of passport for Indian citizens who are not required to obtain clearance from the Emigration Check Required (ECR) category before traveling abroad.
- Typically issued to individuals with certain educational qualifications or professional backgrounds.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; however, traveling on an ECR passport without proper clearance may lead to legal issues.
SOURCE:
- Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
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