On 24 November 2011 09:15, Shamit Verma subs.linux.mum@vshamit.com wrote:
Why? What is the compelling reason for this line of thought?
So that one person can not have multiple IDs. We need this or any other biometric based system.
In current system, it is very easy to create fake identities. With biometric systems, a locality of 1,000 people can not have more than 1,000 ration cards or other IDs that entitle them ti various Govt subsidies or grants.
But this system does not allow for less than 1000 IDs in such a locality either. There is no opt-out.
If there is a multiple-ID problem in the PDS, then the solution is to tighten up the ration card issuance procedure. Add biometrics to the ration card. The solution is not to have a country-wide, all-encompassing ID system.
Binand