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India's APAR Student ID: Benefits and Challenges
India's new APAR student ID system aims to create a digital academic bank but faces challenges in implementation and cybersecurity concerns.
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TechnologyGermany EducationPolicyIndiaDigital Identity
UidaiCbseAbc BankDelhi UniversityIndian Government
Pawan DuggalProfessor Niranjan Kumar
- How is the APAR ID created?
- The APAR ID will be created using the DigiLocker app and Aadhaar card for e-KYC. Parents' consent is required, after which schools will generate the ID through the UDISE system. Students can also create it themselves via the ABC bank website.
- What is the APAR ID and what is its purpose?
- The APAR ID is a 12-digit unique identification card for students in India, containing academic achievements and other records. It aims to create a digital academic bank accessible worldwide, streamlining access to educational resources and benefits.
- What are the arguments in favor of the APAR system?
- Professor Niranjan Kumar supports APAR, highlighting its facilitation of student mobility and record accessibility. He views it as a necessary advancement in line with the globalized education landscape and NEP 2020.
- What are the potential downsides of implementing the APAR system?
- While proponents see APAR as beneficial for student mobility and academic record management, critics worry about cybersecurity risks and the potential for central government dominance over local education systems.
- What are the challenges and concerns surrounding the implementation of APAR?
- Concerns exist about the nationwide implementation of APAR due to varying education systems across states and uneven digital literacy. Some experts also raise cybersecurity concerns regarding the potential for data breaches with the linking of APAR to Aadhaar.