Safeguarding Anonymity: The Emerging Jurisprudence On Data Safety In India
- IJLLR Journal
- May 15
- 1 min read
Shiva Kumari, LL.M., Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi, Jharkhand
ABSTRACT
This article examines the evolution of Data Safety jurisprudence in India, with particular focus on the transformative impact of the The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDDA), 2023 and the landmark Puttaswamy judgment. Tracing the emergence of anonymity as a constitutional right in India, the article analyses the foundational principles that underpin the contemporary legal framework governing Data Safety. Through a comparative analysis with international standards, particularly the EU GDPR, the article evaluates India's approach to balancing individual anonymity rights with legitimate state interests and business requirements. It further explores key challenges in implementation, including jurisdiction issues, consent mechanisms, and enforcement structures. The article concludes by proposing reforms that could strengthen India's Data Safety regime while ensuring its adaptability to rapid technological change, suggesting that India stands at a crucial juncture in developing a robust jurisprudence that both protects individual rights and enables responsible data utilization in an increasingly digital economy.
