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by carpe_diem_247 » Tue Oct 21, 2014 12:19 pm
You needn't apologize for your questions, they are all perfectly valid. Unfortunately, the only advice I can give you is to contact the High Commission of India directly, assuming you have not done so already.
If I were in your situation, I would (in this order)
(a) contact the High Commission directly, and seek a clarification, on email. If they do respond, attach a copy of reply with the application, so that they are clear that you have followed the intructions as provided by them.
(b) call them up and ask them. Then attach a letter with your application explaining your circumstances, and clearly stating that you have followed their instructions as given verbally on phone.
(c) Go the High Commission with all the paperwork you have ( available passports / divorce document / your child's residence order ...) with their photocopies, and a letter detailing your circumstances. Best case scenario - they accept your application, and you are done with the process. Worst case scenario - you can't apply, but know very clearly what to do when you make the second trip.
I would try (a), if that does not work , try (b), and if neither works, try (c).
In a purely algorithmic sense, this is probably the most optimal approach (sorry, have been an engineer for way too long now ...). Tedious, but seemingly unavoidable.
Hope this helps, and best of luck for you application.
Regards,
CD,