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Consider the following statements:

  1. 1.Aadhaar metadata cannot be stored for more than three months.
  2. 2.State cannot enter into any contract with private corporations for sharing of Aadhar data.
  3. 3.Aadhaar is mandatory for obtaining insurance products.
  4. 4.Aadhar is mandatory for getting benefits funded out of the Consolidated fund of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A.1 and 4 only
  2. B.2 and 4 only
  3. C.3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3 only
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. 2 and 4 only

The Aadhaar Act, 2016, as amended, specifies provisions regarding the storage and sharing of Aadhaar data. Specifically, Section 7 of the Act mandates Aadhaar for receiving subsidies, benefits, or services funded from the Consolidated Fund of India. Furthermore, the Act restricts the sharing of Aadhaar data with private entities, though exceptions might exist under specific legal frameworks, and mandates data protection protocols.

Source: UPSC gs1 2020

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