QUESTION

GS

Easy

Science & Technology

Prelims 2014

In addition to fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be used in the biometric identification of a person?

  1. Iris scanning
  2. Retinal scanning
  3. Voice recognition

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Explanation

Statement 1 is Correct: Iris scanning uses mathematical pattern-recognition techniques on images of the iris, which contains complex and unique patterns that remain stable throughout a person's life. Statement 2 is Correct: Retinal scanning identifies individuals by mapping the unique patterns of blood vessels on the retina at the back of the eye, which is a highly accurate physiological biometric. Statement 3 is Correct: Voice recognition identifies individuals based on unique vocal characteristics, including physical traits of the vocal tract and behavioral patterns like pitch and cadence.

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