SHORT ANSWER:
The fee for a damaged passport replacement is ₹500.
DETAILS:
- This fee applies to Indian citizens applying for a reissue of a damaged passport.
- Additional service charges may apply depending on the passport service center.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No punishment for applying for a replacement; however, providing false information can lead to legal consequences.
SOURCE:
- Passport Rules, 1980 / Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
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