- Aadhaar is a unique identification system, not a replacement for PAN or a bank account under specific schemes. - It is specifically a 12-digit number linked to an individual's biometric (fingerprints, iris scan) and demographic information.
What is Aadhaar?
Asked in APSC CCE Prelims Exam 2015 · Topic: The Governance System (E-Governance: Applications, Models, Successes, and Limitations)
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Answer: C. A 12-digit individual identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India
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