Why does a district office in Thailand require a new translated copy of my passport bio page for the yellow book?

A user is questioning the need for a new translated copy of their bio page in the passport for a 'yellow book' application, despite having submitted one six months prior. Respondents suggest that this requirement is typical in Thailand and often stems from bureaucratic processes that prioritize paperwork over logical reasoning. Some comments point out that the requirements may vary for different situations, and others humorously emphasize the affection for documentation and process in Thai culture.