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  • Sunday, 14 December 2025

Orissa high court directs amendment in APAAR ID consent form for opt-out option

The Orissa high court has ordered authorities to revise the APAAR ID consent form. The court observed the current format lacks a clear option for parents to refuse or opt out of the voluntary scheme, potentially infringing privacy. A revised form must now include a proper refusal clause, ensuring genuine parental choice before data sharing.

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