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What is Aadhaar Virtual ID and how you can generate one

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Aadhaar Virtual ID To prevent data misuse, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has recently introduced a new security layer termed as Aadhaar Virtual ID. The Aadhaar Virtual ID together with the user's biometrics will give approved access to agencies with limited details, like name, address and photograph, which are enough for e-KYC. What is an Aadhaar Virtual ID? The Aadhaar Virtual ID (VID) consists of a 16-digit, randomly-assigned figure that can be quoted as an alternative to providing the Aadhaar number. The Aadhaar Virtual ID will give limited KYC access and the holder will not be required to share his or her Aadhaar number at the time of authentication. The Aadhaar virtual ID can be generated through the UIDAI portal. The government-run organization has made it mandatory for all agencies undertaking Aadhaar authentication to accept Aadhaar card from the applicants starting from 1 June, 2018. How to Generate Aadhaar Virtual ID (Give some i...