CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who introduced Virtual ID to Strengthen Privacy and Security of Aadhaar Data?
A
RBI
B
SBI
C
NABARD
D
UIDAI
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -UIDAI introduces concept of ‘Virtual ID’ to address privacy concerns | India News-Times of India.

Detailed explanation-2: -VID can be generated only by the Aadhaar number holder. They can also replace (generate a new VID) their VID from time to time.

Detailed explanation-3: -2009–2013. The UIDAI was established on 28 January 2009 after the Planning Commission issued a notification. On 23 June Nandan Nilekani, the co-founder of Infosys, was appointed by the then-government, UPA, to head the project.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is Virtual ID (VID)? VID is a temporary, revocable 16-digit random number mapped with the Aadhaar number. VID can be used in lieu of Aadhaar number whenever authentication or e-KYC services are performed. Authentication may be performed using VID in a manner similar to using Aadhaar number.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Masked Aadhaar was introduced five years ago, but not many people know about it.

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