Indian & World Geography·Policy Changes

Direct Benefit Transfer — Policy Changes

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Version 1Updated 7 Mar 2026
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N/A (Policy Initiative)N/ADirect Benefit Transfer is a policy initiative rather than a constitutional amendment. However, its legal framework is significantly bolstered by the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016. This Act provides the statutory backing for the use of Aadhaar for authenticating beneficiaries for government subsidies and welfare schemes, which is central to DBT's functioning.The Aadhaar Act, 2016, legally enables the use of Aadhaar for DBT, ensuring that the unique identity number can be leveraged for targeted delivery of benefits. This legislative backing provides clarity and legitimacy to the government's efforts to streamline welfare delivery and reduce leakages, especially after the Supreme Court's judgment on Aadhaar's constitutional validity.
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