As a citizen of India, it is crucial for every Indian to have certain documents which not only serves as a proof of identification but also enables access to various government schemes and services.
This article outlines those important documents an Indian should possess.
Aadhaar Card
- The Aadhaar Card has a unique twelve-digit identification number issued by the Government of India to residents of India.
- It is the world’s largest biometric ID system that serves as a proof of identity and address.
- It also helps in availing government subsidies, opening bank accounts and accessing other services.
Specimen of an Aadhaar Card
To apply for an aadhar card and resolve any related issues, individuals can visit the official UIDAI website “www.uidai.gov.in”.
PAN (Permanent Account Number) Card
- The PAN is a 10-character alphanumeric number issued by the Income tax Department to any person who has paid tax or is liable to pay tax.
- PAN is mandatory for certain purposes including filing income tax returns, opening bank accounts and financial transactions like investment in mutual funds etc.
- Since, PAN card contains information such as Name, Age and photograph, it can be used as a valid identity proof throughout the country.
PAN card applications can be made through following official websites:
Specimen of PAN Card
Voter ID Card
- The Voter ID card is issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to adult citizens of India of the age 18 years and above.
- It primarily serves as a proof of identity and allows Indian citizens to vote in municipal, state and national elections.
- Voter ID Card is also referred to as EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card).
Applicants can apply for Voter ID card from the below official website of ECI (National Voters Service Portal): https://voters.eci.gov.in/
Passport
- A Passport is an official document in the form of a small booklet issued by the Government of India (GOI) that serves as a valid proof of identity, citizenship and nationality.
- Passport is a mandatory requirement to apply for visas of other countries, enabling Indian citizens to travel abroad.
- Passport Seva online portal has been designed specifically for the purpose of issuance of passports and related services to the citizens in a timely and reliable manner.
- Citizens can also access mPassport Seva app for availing available services.
Visit https://www.passportindia.gov.in/ for more information.
Driving Licence
- A driving licence is a document issued by the Indian Government that permits people to drive various types of motor vehicles.
- This licence is issued by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) of each state.
- There are different types of licenses that an individual should be aware of such as:
- Learner’s Licence
- Permanent Driving Licence
- Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) Licence
- Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) Licence
- And for other sorts of vehicles as well.
To have detailed information on eligibility criteria and application procedure and other driving licence related issues, visit https://parivahan.gov.in/.
Birth Certificate
- A Birth Certificate is a legal document that records the birth of a person including details like name, date, place of birth and name of their parents.
- It acts as a permanent proof of the identity or existence of a child.
- Birth Certificate is required for school admissions, passport registrations,voter ID applications and for availing various government schemes.
- Applications for Birth Certificate can directly be filed by visiting the respective Municipal Corporation or Panchayat Office where the child was born.
Also to ensure hassle free and reliable services, registrations for Birth Certificate can be made online through an official website of the Indian Government https://crsorgi.gov.in/.
Educational Certificates
- An individual must possess educational certificates including, marksheets, degree certificates, school leaving certificates, etc., at all times.
- These documents are required for higher education, employment and for the purpose of applying for government jobs and scholarships.
- It is vital for every person to preserve these documents for future reference.
Marriage Certificate
- Marriage Certificate is a legitimate document which serves as a confirmation of marriage between two individuals, and is issued after the marriage is registered.
- According to Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 it is mandatory to get the marriage registered.
DigiLocker: A Government of India (GOI) Digital Document Wallet
- As a part of the Digital India movement, the Government of India has introduced the DigiLocker to function as a digital documents wallet for the citizens.
- DigiLocker is a key initiative by the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY).
- It promotes digital empowerment by giving citizens easy access to authentic digital documents through their personal digital documents wallet.
- As a secure cloud-based platform, DigiLocker enables users to store, share and verify important documents and certificates efficiently.
The Sacred Documents That One Need To Be Aware Of
Our sacred scriptures hold deep spiritual, philosophical and ethical significance. These sacred documents are not only the stepping stones of spiritual wealth, but also contain important directives about the right way of worship.
However, our holy scriptures can be thoroughly deciphered solely by a Complete Saint (Tatvdarshi Sant). In the present era, Jagatguru Tatvdarshi Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj is the singular Complete Saint, offering the unexplored facets of spiritual knowledge from all the holy scriptures across religions. You can access a detailed study of what our sacred texts truly emphasise on by visiting www.jagatgururampalji.org
