UIDAI deactivates over 2 crore deceased Aadhaar numbers as part of cleanup drive
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Why in news
UIDAI deactivated over 2 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased individuals to prevent identity fraud and ensure database accuracy.
Background
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) sourced data from various government departments to identify deceased individuals. The cleanup drive aims to prevent unauthorized use of Aadhaar numbers for welfare benefits.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyUIDAI: The body responsible for issuing Aadhaar numbers in India
- FactOver 2 crore Aadhaar numbers were deactivated during the cleanup drive
- FactThe myAadhaar Portal will be integrated with all states and UTs by the end of 2025
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of maintaining a clean and accurate biometric database in ensuring the integrity of India's Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanisms.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Identity theft risk: Potential for 'ghost' beneficiaries to siphon welfare funds using deactivated credentials
- Data synchronization: Inter-departmental lag in reporting mortality data to the central UIDAI database
- Privacy vs. Accuracy: Balancing the right to privacy with the state's need for real-time database updates
Keywords: Identity Fraud · Direct Benefit Transfer · Data Integrity · Database Management · Digital Governance
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