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Historians say
Under the Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi Islands (Restriction on Entry and Residence) Rules, 1967, every non-native must obtain a permit to enter or reside. Only government officials and armed forces members and their families are exempt. Official portal: epermit.utl.gov.in.