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What is DigiLocker primarily aimed at achieving under the Digital India program?

ATo create a physical archive of all Indian government documents.

BTo provide a secure digital platform for issuing, storing, and verifying documents.

CTo replace all Aadhaar cards with digital versions.

DTo facilitate international document exchange and verification.

Answer:

B. To provide a secure digital platform for issuing, storing, and verifying documents.

Read Explanation:

  • Secure Document Storage: It provides a personal, cloud-based storage space for citizens to keep their official documents like a digital locker.

  • Reduced Physical Documentation: It helps in minimizing the use of physical documents, thereby promoting a paperless environment.

  • Easy Access to Documents: Citizens can access their documents anytime, anywhere using the mobile app or website.

  • Official Document Issuance: It connects directly with various government departments and agencies to issue official documents (e.g., driving licenses, academic certificates) directly into a user's locker.

  • Authentic Verification: Documents stored in DigiLocker are legally considered on par with original physical documents, making verification easier and more reliable for both individuals and organizations.

  • Empowering Citizens: It gives citizens greater control over their documents and identity.


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