This "Affidavit for Passport Application" is a notarized legal document required by the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) in India.
It is typically submitted by applicants who need to declare a change in name, date of birth, address, or marital status, or by parents/guardians applying for a minor's passport.
Legal Context in India:
As per the Passports Act, 1967 and guidelines issued by the Ministry of External Affairs, affidavits are required for various passport services including re-issue, fresh applications, and police clearance verification.
This affidavit must be executed on non-judicial stamp paper of appropriate value and attested by a Notary Public or Executive Magistrate.