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DPDP Act

Privacy

India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act establishing rights and obligations.

Definition

The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act creates a framework for processing digital personal data in India, emphasizing consent, purpose limitation, safeguards, and accountability.

In plain English India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act establishing rights and obligations.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It defines legal responsibilities for organizations and supports user rights around access and deletion pathways.

Example

Example: Controller provides notice, obtains valid consent where required, and implements breach handling procedures.