"This necessity of Aadhaar has arisen in order to ensure that such benefits are given to only genuine beneficiaries. This facet of dignity cannot be lost sight of and needs to be acknowledged," the court said. "There needs to be balancing of two competing fundamental rights, right to privacy on the one hand and right to food, shelter and employment on the other hand. "These preferences could also be used to influence the decision making of the electorate in choosing candidates for electoral offices. Data cannot be used for any purpose other than those that have been approved.

Source: Economic Times September 26, 2018 15:11 UTC