Karnataka PDS beneficiaries must complete e-KYC on ‘Anna Seve’ app by October 20 deadline
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· MSP, procurement, PDS & food security· Prelims·
e-Governance in food security: a GS3 case study on digital inclusion and PDS efficiency.
Why in news
Karnataka's Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister launched the ‘Anna Seve’ app to mandate e-KYC for PDS beneficiaries by an October 20 deadline.
Background
The ‘Anna Seve’ app was developed by the National Informatics Centre and the Department of e-Governance to facilitate e-KYC for 2,67,64,276 PDS beneficiaries in Karnataka. The app's coverage was expanded from eight districts to all districts in the state on October 14.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNational Informatics Centre (NIC): Responsible for developing the ‘Anna Seve’ app.
- FactTotal PDS beneficiaries in Karnataka: 2,67,64,276.
- FactCompleted e-KYCs by October 12: 2,06,76,278.
- PlaceKarnataka: State implementing the ‘Anna Seve’ app for PDS verification.
Prelims practice question
Which organization was responsible for developing the 'Anna Seve' app for Karnataka's PDS beneficiaries?
- (a)Electronic Corporation of India
- (b)State Information Bureau
- (c)Digital Infrastructure Board
- (d)National Informatics Centre
Show answer
Answer: (d) National Informatics Centre — The note states that the National Informatics Centre (NIC) was responsible for developing the Anna Seve app.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the integration of e-KYC and digital platforms like ‘Anna Seve’ can enhance the efficiency of the Public Distribution System in ensuring food security.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Reducing ghost beneficiaries through real-time biometric/digital verification
- Digital divide: Accessibility challenges for rural and elderly PDS beneficiaries in e-KYC processes
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Dependency on stable internet and smartphone penetration in remote districts
Keywords: Food Security · e-Governance · Public Distribution System · Digital Inclusion · Data Integrity
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