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🛡️ UIDAI's Warning: Legal Issues if Unmasked Aadhaar Photocopies are Demanded
The UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) had issued an advisory urging people to stop the practice of giving away photocopies (Xerox) of the Aadhaar card.
The main objective of this warning is to ensure Personal Data Security.
🛡️ Key Directives from UIDAI
UIDAI has provided the following instructions for the secure use of Aadhaar information:
1. Alternatives to Aadhaar Photocopy
Masked Aadhaar: This is a version that shows only the last four digits of the Aadhaar number (12 digits). The other eight digits are marked as 'XXXX-XXXX'. This can be downloaded from the official UIDAI website.
Benefit: It helps confirm your identity but reduces the risk of misuse of your full Aadhaar number by others.
e-Aadhaar or QR Code Scan: Many organizations are now advised to verify identity by scanning the QR code or directly verifying the e-Aadhaar through the official UIDAI portal, instead of requesting a photocopy.
2. Why Does This Lead to Legal Issues?
Unauthorized Use: When a full Aadhaar photocopy is submitted, the organization or individual receiving it might misuse it or use it in other places without your permission.
Data Leakage Risk: If an organization holds photocopies of the full Aadhaar of millions of customers, and that data is compromised (Data Leak), there is a risk that the personal information (Identity) of all customers could be stolen.
Violation of UIDAI Regulations: The Aadhaar number is a crucial biometric-linked identity. Its collection, storage, and usage are subject to strict UIDAI regulations. Not possessing or unnecessarily asking for an Aadhaar photocopy helps avoid legal complications.
3. What Should You Do?
From now on, if you need to submit Aadhaar as proof of identity for any service or transaction, avoid giving the full Aadhaar photocopy.
Instead, you can use the 'Masked Aadhaar' copy or make it a habit to hide the first 8 digits of your Aadhaar number (i.e., by covering them with a pen or sticker).
You can request organizations to use electronic methods for Aadhaar Verification, such as Aadhaar OTP (One-Time Password) based verification or QR Code Verification.
This step is a crucial precaution for keeping your personal identity safe in the digital world.