Ration Card: Ration card has the status of an important document in India. Ration card is not only a means of getting cheap ration provided by the government but it is also a proof of identity. The central government issues ration cards for the poor people of the country, who are given ration at very low prices.
Ration card is issued in the name of the head of the family
The ration card is issued in the name of the head of the family, which includes the names of all the members of the family. If a child is born in the family or a daughter-in-law comes into the house after the marriage of a male member, the name of the new member is also added to the ration card.
The name of the new member can be added both online and offline
The name of the new member can be added to the ration card both online and offline. For this, some important documents of the new members are required. If a child is born in the family, then his/her birth certificate will be required and in case of marriage, marriage certificate will have to be attached. Along with this, an affidavit, Aadhar card and photo will also have to be attached with the application.
Form 3 has to be filled to add the name of a new member
To add the name of a new member to the ration card, Form 3 has to be filled. This form can be downloaded from the website of the Food Department. After filling the form and attaching all the documents, it can be directly uploaded on the Website of the Food Department. Apart from this, you can also upload the form by visiting your nearest CSC center.
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