The Economic Times

APAAR ID explained: What it is, how to apply, why it was introduced, and what the SC said

The Supreme Court has directed CBSE to examine data protection concerns regarding the APAAR ID scheme. It also mandated that APAAR ID generation must remain strictly voluntary nationwide. This directive aligns with a previous ruling by the Orissa High Court. The court's observations came while hearing a petition challenging the APAAR ID framework. The petition argues the scheme violates fundamental privacy rights, including the Right to be Forgotten.