In a step to ensure that the details of Aadhaar is not misused, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has asked agencies in
possession of Aadhaar number of an individual
to not publish or post the information
publicly. Under the recently notified regulations, these agencies have also been mandated
to inform Aadhaar holders the purpose for
which their details will be used. As
per the rules, the biometric information
cannot be shared with anyone for any
reason whatsoever. Agencies in possession of Aadhaar number of an individual will not be allowed to publish or post the information publicly and will have to ensure security and confidentiality of the 12-digit
identification number under the Aadhaar Act.
Any violation of the
Aadhaar Act will constitute an offence and is punishable under the Act, according to Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) CEO Mr. Ajay Bhushan Pandey. Penalty has been prescribed for offences such as impersonation of the Aadhaar holder at the time of enrolment, tampering with data and disclosing identity information. Based on the offence,
the penalty could go up to three years'
imprisonment or a fine of up to Rs.1
lakh or both. The agencies that collect the Aadhaar number will also have to specify whether submission of the number or proof of Aadhaar is mandatory or voluntary. The regulations also provide for obtaining consent of the Aadhaar number holder for collection, storage and use of the same for specified purposes.Subscribe now nainital bank recruitment notification
