Privacy vs Security Balance — Mains Questions

Critically analyze the constitutional tension between the right to privacy and national security imperatives in India. Discuss how the judiciary has attempted to strike a balance.

Examine the effectiveness of the existing legal and institutional mechanisms in India for safeguarding privacy against state surveillance. Suggest reforms to strengthen these safeguards.

The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022, seeks to balance individual privacy with national security. Discuss the key provisions of the Bill in this regard and critically evaluate whether it achieves an optimal balance.