Parliament on Wednesday passed the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill (DPDP), heralding what will become the country’s first law on protecting personal data.

The Data Protection Bill, of 2023 is a proposed law in India that aims to protect the personal data of Indian citizens. Parliament on Wednesday passed the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill (DPDP), heralding what will become the country’s first law on protecting personal data. 

The bill defines personal data as any information that can be used to identify an individual, such as their name, address, phone number, email address, and financial information. It also defines data fiduciary as any organization that collects, stores or processes personal data.

The bill sets out several requirements for data fiduciaries, including:

  • They must obtain consent from individuals before collecting their personal data.
  • They must use personal data for lawful purposes only.
  • They must keep personal data secure.
  • They must notify individuals if there is a data breach.
  • They must give individuals the right to access, correct, and delete their personal data.

The bill also establishes a Data Protection Authority (DPA) to oversee the implementation of the law. The DPA will have the power to investigate complaints, issue fines, and take other enforcement action against data fiduciaries that violate the law.

The Data Protection Bill is expected to have a significant impact on the common people in India. It will give individuals more control over their personal data and make it more difficult for organizations to collect and use their data without their consent. This will help to protect individuals from identity theft, fraud, and other privacy violations.

However, there are some concerns about the Data Protection Bill. Some critics argue that the bill gives the government too much power to access personal data. Others argue that the bill is too complex and will be difficult for businesses to comply with.

It remains to be seen how the Data Protection Bill will be implemented in India. However, it is a significant step forward in protecting the personal data of Indian citizens.

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