The Union Cabinet approved the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill (DPDP) on July 5, 2023. The bill is set to be introduced in the monsoon session of Parliament. The monsoon session begins on July 20.
The DPDP Bill has a goal to regulate the collection, processing, and use of personal data in India. It specifically defines personal data as any information that can identify an individual. Examples of personal data include name, address, phone number, email address, and biometric data.
Data controllers have certain obligations under the bill, including obtaining consent before collecting personal data, using it only for its intended purposes, and protecting it from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
The DPDP Bill will have a significant impact on how personal data is handled in India. Although it is still being considered by Parliament, it is expected to become law later this year.
Key provisions of the DPDP Bill include defining personal data and establishing data subjects’ rights, outlining the obligations of data controllers, creating a Data Protection Authority (DPA) to oversee implementation, and providing penalties for violations.
The DPDP Bill is a positive step towards safeguarding personal data in India. It incorporates robust safeguards for data subjects. However, its implementation by the DPA and interpretation by the courts are yet to be determined.
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