Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2018 · Polity and Constitution · Question 12

Consider the following statements:<br/>1. Aadhaar card can be used as a proof of citizenship or domicile.<br/>2. Once issued, Aadhaar number cannot be deactivated or omitted by the Issuing Authority.<br/><br/>Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer

Neither 1 nor 2

1. Aadhaar as proof of citizenship/domicile — Incorrect. Aadhaar is only a proof of identity/residence for obtaining the number; UIDAI itself states it does not confer citizenship, domicile, or date of birth.

2. Aadhaar cannot be deactivated/omitted — Incorrect. UIDAI can deactivate/cancel an Aadhaar in certain cases such as duplication, fraud, or long non-use by foreign nationals after validity conditions lapse.

Therefore, neither statement 1 nor statement 2 is correct.

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