Which of the following statements with regard to UID / Aadhaar Card ar

Which of the following statements with regard to UID / Aadhaar Card are correct ?

  • 1. It is a 12 digit unique form of identification for all residents of India
  • 2. It is an identity number along with the biometric information of the individuals
  • 3. It is a national identity and citizenship card

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CDS-1 – 2016
Statements 1 and 2 are correct.
Statement 1 is correct: Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to all residents of India.
Statement 2 is correct: Aadhaar is linked to the demographic and biometric information (fingerprints and iris scans) of the individual.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Aadhaar is explicitly stated as a proof of residence and identity, but not proof of citizenship. Holding an Aadhaar card does not automatically confer citizenship rights.
The UIDAI is a statutory authority established under the provisions of the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016.