Consider the following statements regarding the Public Distribution System (PDS) and the use of e-KYC for beneficiary verification in India:

Statements

1. Aadhaar-based e-KYC in PDS aims to eliminate duplicate and ghost beneficiaries by authenticating identity electronically, reducing the need for physical presence at fair price shops.
2. Under the National Food Security Act, 2013, the Central Government bears exclusive responsibility for maintaining and updating the beneficiary list under the PDS, with no role for State Governments.