NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Supreme Court Of India
    Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)
    Indian Army
    Indian Railways
    Indian Air Force
    NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / India News / All the questions around Aadhaar, answered
    India

    All the questions around Aadhaar, answered

    All the questions around Aadhaar, answered
    Written by Sagar
    Apr 13, 2019, 05:59 pm 3 min read
    All the questions around Aadhaar, answered

    Lately, there has been a lot of confusion about the status of Aadhaar card as a valid document proof. This comes as a result of the constant debate around the authenticity of Aadhaar, and more so, due to the September 26 Supreme Court verdict on Aadhaar. Here, we clear all the doubts by answering the most frequently asked questions around Aadhaar.

    Can UIDAI track my activities?

    UIDAI keeps only the basic information of the users, viz. name, address, gender, DoB, mobile number, Email ID, finger prints, iris scans, and facial photograph. However, it does not keep the following in its database: information of sensitive nature such as bank account details, shares, mutual funds, financial and property details, health records, family, caste, religion, education etc.

    Will UIDAI receive my bank/shares/MF details upon linking with Aadhaar?

    When you link your Aadhaar with your bank account, shares, or Mutual Fund account, these organizations only send your name, biometrics, Aadhaar credentials, etc. to the UIDAI, and not your bank/MF/share details.

    What was the latest Supreme Court verdict on Aadhaar?

    On September 26, 2018, a five-judge Supreme Court bench, headed by the then CJI Dipak Misra, struck down some provisions relating to authentication of the Aadhaar program, and the Section 57 of Aadhaar Act. This disarmed private entities like banks, telecom operators, and e-wallet service providers from asking you to furnish your Aadhaar information in order to avail their services.

    After the SC judgement, is Aadhaar still mandatory?

    Aadhaar is still mandatory for the following services: PAN: The linkage of PAN and Aadhaar continues to be mandatory, under Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act. I-T Returns: Since Aadhaar-PAN linking is still mandatory, one will need their Aadhaar card at the time of filing of Income Tax returns. Welfare schemes: Aadhaar is also mandatory for availing various government-run welfare schemes and for grant of subsidies.

    What services is Aadhaar no longer mandatory for?

    Aadhaar is no longer mandatory for these services: Bank account: After the SC verdict, one does not need to link Aadhaar with their new/existing bank accounts. Mobile connection: After the scrapping of Section 57 of the Aadhaar Act, private companies like telecom operators can no longer ask users to link their Aadhaar with SIM cards. Schools/Exams: Aadhaar is no longer mandatory to register for tests like NEET, UGC and CBSE Board exams.

    Is e-Aadhaar equally valid as the Aadhaar card?

    According to the UIDAI, eAadhaar, ie. the electronically downloaded Aadhaar is an equally valid document as the original Aadhaar issued by UIDAI. Both these documents are accepted by all concerned agencies. If any organization or agency refuses to accept eAadhaar as a valid document, a complaint can be lodged in this regard with the higher authorities at the concerned department/agency.

    Has there ever been a case of Aadhaar data-breach?

    As per the UIDAI, all stories around Aadhaar data breach are cases of misreporting. The Aadhaar-issuing agency claims that Aadhaar data has never been breached, and that they use advanced security technologies to keep your data safe.

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    India
    Supreme Court Of India
    Aadhaar Card
    Mutual Funds

    India

    Jaitley questions Rahul's qualification, says he got M.Phil without Masters Amethi
    Need Passport urgently? Here's what to do Travel And Tourism
    Five schools in India that are unique and innovative West Bengal
    Redmi Note 7 v/s Galaxy A20: Which one is better? Samsung

    Supreme Court Of India

    Won't let India remain in peace: SC slams Ayodhya petitioner Ayodhya
    No ban on Electoral Bonds for now: Supreme Court India
    NaMo TV can't air political content without approval, rules EC Narendra Modi
    Order halting #ModiBiopic applies to #NaMoTV as well: Election Commission Narendra Modi

    Aadhaar Card

    Mismatch in PAN and Income-Tax portal? Here's what to do India
    Here's how you can update address in PAN card India
    Here's how you can check your Aadhaar authentication history Data Leak
    Here's how to download Aadhaar using your Aadhaar-registered mobile number India

    Mutual Funds

    All the questions around Aadhaar, answered India
    All the questions around Aadhaar, answered India
    #FinancialBytes: Best ways for salaried individuals to save on tax India
    #FinancialBytes: 5 top reasons why you should invest in SIPs India

    Love India News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    India Thumbnail
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023