The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has released proposed rules listing out key provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act passed by Parliament in August 2023. The government has sought suggestions from the public until February 18 through the MyGov portal.
The rules pertain to crucial aspects of data protection, including the framework for consent management and safeguards for processing children’s personal information. There are provisions detailing the establishment of the first Data Protection Board, which will enforce the country’s new data protection regime.
In today’s digital age, personal data isn’t just a collection of numbers and words – it’s a reflection of our habits, choices and identity. Which is why it’s as precious as gold to corporates and organisations. Watch this to understand all the concerns around the legislation surrounding data protection in India.
This report was originally published in Newslaundry and can be accessed here.