APAAR Scheme: Supreme Court assures parents it will pass order requiring CBSE to provide opt-out, refusal option
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Hindu
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In brief
India's Supreme Court has intervened in the APAAR digital identity scheme controversy, guaranteeing judicial action to mandate the Central Board of Secondary Education include explicit opt-out mechanisms in consent documentation. This landmark decision addresses parental concerns regarding mandatory enrollment of students in the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry, ensuring educational institutions respect family autonomy and informed consent rights across the nation.
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APAAR Scheme: Supreme Court assures parents it will pass order requiring CBSE to provide opt-out, refusal option
Supreme Court mandates CBSE to include opt-out option in APAAR consent forms, ensuring voluntary participation for students nationwide.
