2027 Census to include bank accounts, Aadhaar, and COVID-19 vaccination place details
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Data privacy and digital governance: a relevant GS1 and GS3 case study on demographic mapping.
Why in news
The Central government notified the questions for the 2027 Census population enumeration phase, which will now include personal identifiers like Aadhaar numbers and bank account details.
Background
The census questions were officially published on September 09, 2026. The enumeration phase will collect data on parents' names, nationality, COVID-19 vaccination places, and various identification numbers including Voter ID and Passport numbers.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe 2027 Census will include the number of total bank accounts held by individuals.
- FactAadhaar numbers and mobile numbers are included in the 2027 Census enumeration questions.
- FactThe census will collect data on the specific place of COVID-19 vaccination.
- FactPassport numbers will be collected for Indian passport holders during the census.
Prelims practice question
Which of the following personal identifiers will be included in the 2027 Census enumeration questions?
- (a)Aadhaar numbers
- (b)PAN cards
- (c)Property IDs
- (d)Income Tax numbers
Show answer
Answer: (a) Aadhaar numbers — The note specifies that Aadhaar numbers and bank account details are included in the 2027 Census.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the implications of integrating personal identification data and financial information into the national census for governance and data privacy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data privacy risk: Potential for unauthorized access to consolidated personal and financial identifiers in a centralized database.
- Administrative efficiency: Streamlining the delivery of welfare schemes through verified demographic and financial data integration.
- Digital divide: Challenges in capturing accurate data for populations without access to mobile numbers or Aadhaar.
Keywords: Data Privacy · Demographic Mapping · Digital Governance · Identity Management · Public Policy
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