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ID cards for Indians: 1.1billion citizens will go into second largest citizens' database
India is planning to provide its 1.1 billion-plus citizens with ID cards.
The government believes the scheme, which will be finalised over three years, will aid the delivery of vital social services to the poorest people who often lack sufficient identification papers.
It also sees the scheme as a way to tackle increasing amounts of identity fraud and theft and, at a time of increased concern over the threat of militant violence, to boost national security and help police and law officials.
