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The report calls into question key aspects of India's digital ID program, including its heavily centralised nature, the reliability of its biometric identification systems and its vulnerability to data breaches.

Aadhaar is a unique identity number that is issued to all Indian residents. It is a 12-digit number that is linked to a persons biometric data, such as their fingerprints and iris scans. Aadhaar is used for a variety of purposes, including government services, banking, and telecommunications.