UID/Aadhar - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about UID/Aadhar?

1. Mentally-unsound and insolvent can get UID/Aadhar.
2. Foreign citizen living in India can also get UID/Aadhar.


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both

Explanation:
- UID/Aadhar's main objective is to collect the biometric and demographic data of residents, store them in a centralized database, and issue a 12-digit unique identity number called Aadhaar to each resident.
- It is considered the world's largest national identification number project.
- According to SC order, UIDAI/Aadhaar will not be used for any other purposes except PDS, kerosene and LPG distribution system" and made it clear that even for availing these facilities Aadhaar card will not be mandatory.