Statelessness

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The book explores the complex issue of statelessness, defining it as the condition of individuals who are not recognized as nationals by any state. It highlights that stateless individuals may also be refugees, but not all refugees lack nationality. The text discusses how nationality is typically acquired at birth or through application, and notes that approximately 12 million people are currently stateless worldwide. It examines the causes of statelessness, including both birth circumstances and changes in legal status.