Consider the following statements:

1.  Aadhaar card can be used as a proof of citizenship or domicile

2.  Once issued, Aadhaar number cannot be deactivated or omitted by the Issuing Authority

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Solution

Statement 1 and 2 are not correct : UIDAI is responsible for issuance of a Unique Identification numbers (UID), named as "Aadhaar", to all residents of India that is (a) robust enough to eliminate duplicate and fake identities, and (b) can be verified and authenticated in an easy, cost-effective way UIDAI has also published a set of contingencies when the Aadhaar issued by it is liable for rejection. An Aadhaar with mixed or anomalous biometric information or multiple names in single name is a good candidate for deactivation. Aadhaar can also get deactivated upon non-usage of the same for three consecutive years