
Aadhaar, PAN, and Ration Cards Not Proof of Citizenship, Says Indian Government: Citizens Advised to Secure Birth and Domicile Certificates
In a significant clarification that could impact millions of Indians, the central government has stated that Aadhaar, PAN cards, and ration cards are not valid documents to establish Indian citizenship. The clarification aims to distinguish between documents issued for welfare and taxation purposes and those that legally confirm a person’s status as a citizen of…