Court Says No to New Aadhaar Rules

May 4, 2026, 20:30
AsiaPolitics

Introduction

The Supreme Court of India did not change the rules for Aadhaar cards. The Court told a man to talk to the government instead.

Main Body

A lawyer named Ashwini Upadhyay asked the court for help. He wanted new rules for Aadhaar cards. He said children under six should get cards, but adults need more checks. He said the current system is not safe. He thinks people from other countries can get Indian ID cards. This is a problem for the country's safety. The Court said they cannot change the law. Only the government and Parliament can make new laws. The Court sent the request to the government.

Conclusion

The Court said the government must decide if the Aadhaar law needs to change.

Learning

⚡ The 'Action' Switch

Look at how the story changes from happening now to what people want.

1. Things that happened (Past)

  • Did not change →\rightarrow No change happened.
  • Told →\rightarrow Spoke to someone.
  • Asked →\rightarrow Wanted help.

2. Things people want (Present/Opinion)

  • Should get →\rightarrow This is a good idea.
  • Need →\rightarrow This is necessary.
  • Thinks →\rightarrow This is his opinion.

💡 Pro Tip for A2: When you talk about a problem, use "need" or "should." When you tell a story about yesterday, add "-ed" to the end of your action words (like ask →\rightarrow asked).

Vocabulary Learning

law (n.)
A rule made by a government that people must follow.
Example:The law says you must wear a seatbelt in a car.
court (n.)
A place where judges decide on legal matters.
Example:The case will be heard in the court next month.
government (n.)
The group of people who run a country.
Example:The government will announce new rules tomorrow.
help (v.)
To give assistance to someone.
Example:Can you help me with my homework?
child (n.)
A young person who has not yet become an adult.
Example:The child played with his toys.
adult (n.)
A person who is fully grown and legal.
Example:Adults must pay taxes.
check (n.)
A test or inspection to see if something is correct.
Example:The doctor did a health check.
system (n.)
A set of connected parts that work together.
Example:The school has a new system for grading.
safe (adj.)
Not dangerous or harmful.
Example:The playground is safe for children.
people (n.)
Human beings in general.
Example:Many people attend the festival.
country (n.)
A nation with its own government.
Example:France is a country in Europe.
problem (n.)
A difficult situation that needs a solution.
Example:The traffic jam is a problem for commuters.
make (v.)
To create or produce.
Example:She can make a cake from scratch.
decision (n.)
A choice made after thinking.
Example:He made a decision to study abroad.
must (modal verb)
Indicates something is necessary or required.
Example:You must finish your work before leaving.
under (prep.)
Below or beneath.
Example:The cat is under the table.
get (v.)
To receive or obtain.
Example:I will get a new phone next week.
new (adj.)
Not old; just made or introduced.
Example:She bought a new dress.
rule (n.)
A statement that tells people what they can or cannot do.
Example:The school has a rule about cell phones.
card (n.)
A small piece of paper or plastic with information.
Example:I need my ID card to enter the building.