Unveiling Data Protection & Digital Privacy: An Insight Into The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023
- IJLLR Journal
- Jun 21
- 1 min read
Dr. Bhanu Pratap Singh, Assistant Professor, Dr. Ram Manoahr Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow
Mr. Piyush Kumarendra, Research Scholar, Dr. Ram Manoahr Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow
ABSTRACT
Countries globally are recognizing the importance of data protection and privacy rights, acknowledging data as a crucial asset for development. With the rise of digital technologies, concerns over personal data misuse have grown. The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has become a benchmark for privacy legislation, influencing many countries. In India, following the landmark K.S. Puttaswamy judgment, the government introduced several draft bills, culminating in the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023. Enacted in August 2023, the Act establishes a robust legal framework for the collection, processing, storage, and transfer of personal data. It emphasizes informed consent, data subject rights, transparency, and accountability. The Act’s extraterritorial applicability ensures global entities handling Indian data comply with its provisions. It also sets up a Data Protection Authority to monitor compliance and impose penalties. The DPDPA marks a vital step in securing digital privacy and fostering responsible data governance in India.
Keywords: Judicial Evolution, Right to Privacy, Data Protection Act, Personal Data, Privacy, Legislation, GDPR, Challenges, Legal Framework
