Civil Registration System
/ˈsɪvəl ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən ˈsɪstəm/
Definitions
- (n.) A government-operated framework for the official recording of vital events such as births, deaths, marriages, and divorces to establish legal identity and civil status.
The civil registration system ensures every birth is officially documented for legal recognition.
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- civil registration system
- civil registration systems
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Commentary
Effective civil registration systems are fundamental for demographic statistics and legal proof of identity, requiring accuracy and timeliness in record-keeping.
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