Can I apply for Schengen Visa in my home country even though I have stayed in Australia for the last 6 months?

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This is not a new rule. It is expressed in article 6 of the Schengen visa code.

If you have a justification for applying outside your country of residence, the consulate can consider the application. The justification has to be significant, though. For example if you left Australia not planning to travel to Europe and then changed your plans, you would not be made to go to Australia for a visa.

The handbook gives more examples.

You may wish to reapply, including a justification for applying in India. If you do, you should probably read the handbook to get an idea about the kinds of justifications that will and won't be accepted.

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