In the era of information and innovation, data has become the currency of the digital realm, and its protection is paramount. India has stepped into this new digital age with a resounding declaration – the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (“DPDP Act”). Enacted with precision, this legislation marks a turning point in how businesses and organisations ought to manage personal data.
Month: October 2023
Unpacking Consent under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023: Part 1
In the age of digital transformation, the protection of personal data has become paramount. Recognizing this, governments worldwide are enacting comprehensive data protection laws to safeguard individual privacy and control over personal information. India’s response to this imperative is the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA). A cornerstone of the DPDPA is its consent-related provisions, which lay the foundation for how organizations collect, process, and manage personal data. Part 1 of this article series will delve into these provisions, offering a comprehensive understanding of the requirements and implications associated with consent under the DPDPA.