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Users need to possess an Aadhaar number to use DigiLocker. During registration, user identity is verified using a one-time password (OTP) sent to the linked mobile number. [4] The beta version of the service was rolled out in February 2015, [5] and was launched to the public by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 1 July 2015.
The Unique Identification Authority of India is a central government agency of India. [6] Its objective is to collect the biometric and demographic data of residents, store them in a centralised database, and issue a 12-digit unique identity number called Aadhaar to each resident.
Aadhaar is the subject of several rulings by the Supreme Court of India. On 23 September 2013, the Supreme Court issued an interim order saying that "no person should suffer for not getting Aadhaar", [15] adding that the government cannot deny a service to a resident who does not possess Aadhaar, as it is voluntary and not mandatory. [16]
The signature service is facilitated by authenticating the Aadhaar holder via the Aadhaar-based e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) service. [2] To eSign a document, one has to have an Aadhaar card and a mobile number registered with Aadhaar. With these two things, an Indian citizen can sign a document remotely without being physically present.
A large number of people remain without identity documents - poor people especially. In order to include them, identity requirements for Aadhaar have been reduced, however biometric facilities have been provided to reduce or eliminated duplication, so while it may be possible to obtain the card under a false name, it is less likely to be able to obtain another Aadhaar card under a different ...
The Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and other Subsidies, benefits and services) Act, 2016 is a money bill of the Parliament of India. It aims to provide legal backing to the Aadhaar unique identification number project.
Jeevan Pramaan is an Indian Life Certificate program affiliated with Aadhaar for people with pensions. [1] It was started by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 10 November 2014. [2] [3] The certificate was made for people who receive pensions from central or state governments or other government organisations. [1]
One can upload photo/signature and supporting documents and finally eSign the application using Aadhaar and OTP. After successful eSign one can download and keep copy of the signed form for his reference. An acknowledgement receipt and form is also received through e-mail at registered email ID. UTIITSL centres can be located at its website. [20]