New Delhi, Oct. 25 -- Aadhaar is used for several purposes, from opening bank accounts and completing KYC to obtaining mobile connections and linking PAN. But does sharing your Aadhaar number put your personal and financial information at risk?

In its Aadhaar Mythbusters, UIDAI clarifies common misconceptions about privacy, security, banking, SIM linking, and data protection. Here is what Aadhaar holders need to know.

No. According to UIDAI, its database contains only limited information provided during Aadhaar enrolment or updates. These include basic demographic information such as name, gender, and date of birth (DOB), as well as biometric identifiers such as fingerprints, iris scans, and the photograph taken during enrolment. Provid...