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Q11 · UPPSC current affairs · 21 September 2026 · News · Aadhaar Authentication Subsidised LPG Refills

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Consider the following statements regarding Aadhaar authentication for subsidised LPG refills:1.The mandatory biometric Aadhaar authentication requirement for domestic LPG consumers seeking subsidised cylinder refills is issued under the Ministry of Finance.2.Aadhaar authentication for government subsidies is anchored in Section 7 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer: (b) 2 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect because the directive is issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, not the Ministry of Finance. Statement 2 is correct as Aadhaar authentication for government subsidies is anchored in Section 7 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016.

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