How does the Supreme Court view the validity of Aadhaar card as a document for determining age

Aadhaar card not valid document to determine age: Supreme Court
  • The Supreme Court of India has ruled that the Aadhaar card is not a valid document to determine age.
  • The Court emphasized that birth certificates or school leaving certificates are the preferred documents for establishing age.
  • The decision was based on the fact that Aadhaar cards do not always contain the correct date of birth of the cardholder.
  • Using birth certificates or school leaving certificates helps in ensuring accuracy and reliability when determining age.
  • Therefore, individuals should rely on official documents like birth certificates for proving their age in legal matters.
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