Aadhaar eligibility
Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct about Aadhaar card?
1. NRI are eligible to get Aadhaar
2. It acts both as proof of address as well as of proof of identity.- Published on 10 Nov 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
ANSWER: Both
- Any resident of India, Non Resident Indian (NRI) or any foreign citizen residing in India can apply for Aadhaar.
- Since Aadhaar is meant for establishing unique identity and not for granting citizenship, even NRIs and foreign citizen residing in India can enjoy the benefits of Aadhaar.
- An individual of any age can apply for Aadhaar number. A child of age less than 3 years does not require giving biometric information and in this case Aadhaar will be linked to the parents or guardian of that child.
- However, that child needs to give his/her biometric information when he is of 5 years in age. For a child who has enrolled for Aadhaar and is of the age of 5 to 15 years has to give his/her biometric information again when his/her age becomes 15 years.
