1. Consider the following statements:
- Ranjana Sonawane was the first citizen of India to receive a twelve-digit Aadhaar number.
- She received the Aadhaar number on 29 September 2010.
- The first Aadhaar was issued in a major metropolitan city.
- The Aadhaar initiative aimed to provide a unique identification system for all residents of India.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 1, 2 and 4
[C] 1, 3 and 4
[D] All are correct statements
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1, 2 and 4]
Notes:- Statements 1 and 2 are correct, as Ranjana Sonawane was truly the first Aadhaar recipient, on 29 September 2010 in Tembhli village.
- Statement 3 is incorrect; the first Aadhaar was issued in a rural village, not a metro city.
- Statement 4 is correct, as the Aadhaar initiative’s core purpose is to provide a unique ID for all residents.
2. Which state has become the first in the country to introduce Aadhaar-based face authentication for ration distribution?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Himachal Pradesh
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: B [Himachal Pradesh]
Notes:
Himachal Pradesh became the first state in India to launch Aadhaar-based face authentication (FaceAuth) for ration distribution under the Public Distribution System (PDS). Earlier, authentication was done using One-Time Password (OTP) or biometric methods. These traditional methods faced problems like SMS failures and fingerprint mismatches at the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) end. The new FaceAuth uses a mobile camera through an app on the fair price shop (FPS) owner’s smartphone for facial verification. It was introduced by the Department of Digital Technologies and Governance (DDTG), Himachal Pradesh.
3. The Battery Aadhaar Initiative was launched under which government department at the Battery Summit 2025?
[A] Department of Renewable Energy
[B] Department of Science and Technology
[C] Department of Chemicals
[D] Department of Commerce
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Correct Answer: B [Department of Science and Technology]
Notes:
Recently, the Battery Aadhaar Initiative was launched under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) at the Battery Summit 2025. Tata Elxsi showcased a technology demonstrator of Battery Aadhaar using its MOBIUS+ platform, which acts as a Digital Product Passport for batteries. Each battery pack will get a unique digital identity under this initiative. This helps track manufacturing origin, battery chemistry, safety certifications, and lifecycle performance. It allows monitoring of key parameters like charge-discharge cycles, enabling predictive maintenance and efficient recycling. The initiative also aims to prevent counterfeit batteries, increase consumer trust, and promote a circular economy.
4. Consider the following features associated with the proposed e-NAM 2.0 platform:
- Integration of logistic service providers
- Aadhaar-based eKYC features for stakeholders
- Mandatory farm-gate sales for all commodities
Which of the above features are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] All of them
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
The e-NAM 2.0 platform aims to integrate logistic service providers and to enable eKYC using Aadhaar, reflecting on options 1 and 2. However, while farm-gate sales are an option on the platform, they are not mandatory for all commodities, thus option 3 is incorrect.
5. mAadhaar एप्लिकेशन के लॉन्च की जिम्मेदारी किस संगठन की है?
[A] नेशनल पेमेंट्स कॉरपोरेशन ऑफ इंडिया
[B] यूनीक आइडेंटिफिकेशन अथॉरिटी ऑफ इंडिया
[C] रिजर्व बैंक ऑफ इंडिया
[D] इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी मंत्रालय
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Correct Answer: B [यूनीक आइडेंटिफिकेशन अथॉरिटी ऑफ इंडिया]
Notes:
mAadhaar ऐप को यूनीक आइडेंटिफिकेशन अथॉरिटी ऑफ इंडिया (UIDAI) ने आधार से जुड़ी सेवाओं तक आसान पहुंच के लिए विकसित किया है। यह उपयोगकर्ताओं को अपने आधार प्रोफाइल सुरक्षित रूप से प्रबंधित करने की सुविधा देता है और एक समय में केवल एक ही डिवाइस पर प्रोफाइल सक्रिय रहने की अनुमति देता है। यह उपाय अनधिकृत पहुंच और आधार जानकारी के दुरुपयोग से सुरक्षा सुनिश्चित करता है।
6. Aadhaar मैपर (QSAM) पर क्वेरी सेवा के लिए USSD कोड क्या है?
[A] *9999#
[B] *999#*
[C] *99*99#
[D] *999#
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Correct Answer: C [*99*99#]
Notes:
QSAM (क्वेरी सेवा ऑन आधार मैपर) उपयोगकर्ता को उनके बैंक खाते में आधार सीडिंग की स्थिति जानने में मदद करता है। NPCI द्वारा प्रदान की गई यह सेवा *99*99# डायल करके प्राप्त की जा सकती है। इससे उपयोगकर्ता यह जान सकते हैं कि उनका आधार नंबर किसी बैंक खाते से जुड़ा है या नहीं। यदि जुड़ा है तो किस बैंक से और यह आखिरी बार कब अपडेट हुआ था।
7. With reference to the ‘D’ voters, consider the following statements:
- The concept of ‘D’ voters was introduced by the government in Assam.
- ‘D’ voters are eligible to receive identification documents such as Aadhaar and Voter ID cards.
- Foreign tribunals assess and decide the status of ‘D’ voters based on presented evidence.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: A [Only one]
Notes:- The concept of ‘D’ voters was introduced by the government in Assam. Incorrect: The concept of ‘D’ voters was introduced by the Election Commission in 1997, not by the government.
- ‘D’ voters are eligible to receive identification documents such as Aadhaar and Voter ID cards. Incorrect: ‘D’ voters are denied basic rights and identification documents such as Aadhaar and Voter ID cards, as highlighted in the discussions.
- Foreign tribunals assess and decide the status of ‘D’ voters based on presented evidence. Correct: Foreigners Tribunals are responsible for adjudicating the status of ‘D’ voters and can regularize or delete their status based on evidence presented.
8. With reference to Aadhaar, consider the following statements:
- Aadhaar is the most trusted digital ID in the world, with over a billion users.
- Aadhaar authentication is limited to government entities only.
- Aadhaar can be used as proof of identity, residence, citizenship, or date of birth.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: A [Only one]
Notes:- Aadhaar is the most trusted digital ID in the world, with over a billion users. Correct: Aadhaar is indeed the most trusted digital ID globally, with over a billion Indians using it for authentication numerous times
- Aadhaar authentication is limited to government entities only. Incorrect: Aadhaar authentication is not limited to government entities; it is available for both government and non-government organizations for various public interest services
- Aadhaar can be used as proof of identity, residence, citizenship, or date of birth. Incorrect: In the 2018 case of Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) & Anr. vs. Union of India, the Supreme Court of India upheld the constitutional validity of Aadhaar. The Court also clarified that, as per Section 9 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016, the Aadhaar number or its authentication does not grant or serve as proof of citizenship or domicile.
9. Which ministry has launched Aadhaar Good Governance portal to streamline approval process for Aadhaar authentication requests?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Finance
[C] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[D] Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
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Correct Answer: D [Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology]
Notes:
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched the Aadhaar Good Governance portal to simplify Aadhaar authentication approvals. The portal aims to make Aadhaar more user-friendly and improve access to services. The online platform swik.meity.gov.in is now active. It follows the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Amendment Rules, 2025, notified in January 2025. The amendment enhances transparency and inclusivity in decision-making. Aadhaar is the world’s most trusted digital ID.
10. Which state/UT has launched the “Tree Aadhaar” mission for the conservation of the chinar trees?
[A] Sikkim
[B] Jammu & Kashmir
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Uttarakhand
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Correct Answer: B [Jammu & Kashmir]
Notes:
Jammu & Kashmir government launched the “Tree Aadhaar” mission to conserve chinar trees, which are declining in number. The initiative involves a census of chinar trees and assigning each tree a unique identity. Chinar (Platanus orientalis var. cashmeriana) is a maple-like tree found in the Eastern Himalayas. It takes 30-50 years to mature and can grow up to 30 metres tall. Mughals, especially Jahangir, promoted chinar plantations in Kashmir and Chenab regions. Chinar is the state tree of Jammu & Kashmir and holds cultural, artistic, and religious significance. The government regulates chinar cutting, even on private land, to ensure conservation.
