The 16 digit biometric Unique Identification number which is to be assigned by Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is named as Aadhaar meaning foundation.
The issue of UIDs is mainly aimed at the poor section and will provide identification to that segment of Indian population which needs it the most. With UID cards, they can now gain access to a variety of banking services which had been previously difficult since they couldn’t open any bank accounts. Not only this, they can also have a way in to a number of government schemes. It will serve as a single and exclusive measure of identification and Ration Cards, Voters ID, Driving License, PAN cards etc will carry UID number. Once rolled out, UID numbers are intended to make the basic government services hassle free. It would also enable the government to channelize the subsidies to the right recipients and if used in an appropriate manner, will minimize frauds. It is expected to stop the illegal immigrations and thus thwarting terrorist activities.
In spite of all these advantages, there is still a hint of apprehension which overshadows the whole system. Since UID numbers will be also issued by Government, it remains to be seen whether the process would be clean or will be dimmed by manipulations. Another challenge would be constant upgradation of the whole procedure once the issuance is complete. Considering the diverse nature of Indian population and the fact that the majority of population still resides in rural areas, implementation of the whole project would be the biggest challenge. Firstly, there should be a widespread awareness across the nation and then it has to be ensured that 100% of the population has registered to this system.
It is really an excellent initiative taken by the Indian Government and if implemented successfully will no doubt transform the entire system and make life easy.
The issue of UIDs is mainly aimed at the poor section and will provide identification to that segment of Indian population which needs it the most. With UID cards, they can now gain access to a variety of banking services which had been previously difficult since they couldn’t open any bank accounts. Not only this, they can also have a way in to a number of government schemes. It will serve as a single and exclusive measure of identification and Ration Cards, Voters ID, Driving License, PAN cards etc will carry UID number. Once rolled out, UID numbers are intended to make the basic government services hassle free. It would also enable the government to channelize the subsidies to the right recipients and if used in an appropriate manner, will minimize frauds. It is expected to stop the illegal immigrations and thus thwarting terrorist activities.
In spite of all these advantages, there is still a hint of apprehension which overshadows the whole system. Since UID numbers will be also issued by Government, it remains to be seen whether the process would be clean or will be dimmed by manipulations. Another challenge would be constant upgradation of the whole procedure once the issuance is complete. Considering the diverse nature of Indian population and the fact that the majority of population still resides in rural areas, implementation of the whole project would be the biggest challenge. Firstly, there should be a widespread awareness across the nation and then it has to be ensured that 100% of the population has registered to this system.
It is really an excellent initiative taken by the Indian Government and if implemented successfully will no doubt transform the entire system and make life easy.
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