{"id":64680,"date":"2024-04-20T09:28:05","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T09:28:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=64680"},"modified":"2024-04-20T09:28:05","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T09:28:05","slug":"the-national-population-register-npr-is-linked-to-the-census-and-aims-to-create","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/the-national-population-register-npr-is-linked-to-the-census-and-aims-to-create\/","title":{"rendered":"The National Population Register (NPR) is linked to the Census and aims to create:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;A comprehensive database of residents&#8221; option2=&#8221;Aadhaar-based biometric identification&#8221; option3=&#8221;Ration card distribution&#8221; option4=&#8221;Voter ID updation&#8221; correct=&#8221;option1&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: A comprehensive database of residents.<\/p>\n<p>The National Population Register (NPR) is a register of all usual residents in India. It is being created by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) under the provisions of the Citizenship Act, 1955. The NPR will be a comprehensive database of residents of India, including their demographic and biometric information.<\/p>\n<p>The NPR is being linked to the Census to create a more comprehensive database of residents. The Census is a decennial survey of the population of India. It provides information on the population size, distribution, and characteristics of the population. The NPR will be used to update the Census data and to create a more comprehensive database of residents.<\/p>\n<p>The NPR will be used for a variety of purposes, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing a basis for planning and implementing development programs<\/li>\n<li>Ensuring the effective delivery of government services<\/li>\n<li>Facilitating the implementation of welfare programs<\/li>\n<li>Preventing and combating crime<\/li>\n<li>Maintaining national security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The NPR is a voluntary exercise. However, it is important for all residents of India to register with the NPR. 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