This Act aimed to provide legal backing to the unique Aadhar identification number project. It was passed on March 11th 2016.It states that Aadhar neither replaces nor substitutes for any existing identity cards. It further does not confer citizenship or guarantee any benefits or entitlements. This Act has received backlash as it is termed to have breached the privacy of the individuals, by collecting biometric data and demographic information as required by Section 2(n).However, Chapter 6, Section 28 (1) & (2) of this Act state that, the authority shall ensure security and confidentiality of identity information and authentication records of individuals.