Which term means a member of a nation?

• A. Citizen
• B. Resident
• C. National
• D. Subject

Answer: (A)

The best term for a member of a nation is the one that conveys formal belonging along with rights and duties within the political community. A citizen is someone who belongs to a country and has recognized legal rights (like protection under the law and civic participation) as well as duties (such as obeying laws and contributing to the community). This combination makes the idea of “membership in a nation” clear and precise.

A resident simply lives in a country, but that doesn’t automatically grant citizenship or full civic rights. A national can refer to a person’s nationality, but it’s a broader term and often less precise about actual membership with rights and duties. A subject is an older term that emphasizes subordination under a ruler rather than modern civic membership.