Director Identification Number defined to include prior DINs and DPINs, with electronic records and registry clarified. Rule 2 sets definitions for the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, identifying terms such as Act, Annexure, digital signature, Director Identification Number (DIN) - including prior DINs and DPINs - electronic record, electronic Registry, Fees, Form/e-Form, Regional Director and section; it clarifies that 'or otherwise' for certain disqualification provisions covers convictions under the Act or the Companies Act, 1956, and provides that undefined terms take their meanings from the Act or specified central statutes and related rules.