Data Protection — Mains Questions

Critically analyze the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, highlighting its strengths in safeguarding individual privacy and its potential weaknesses concerning state exemptions and implementation challenges. (250 words, 15 marks)

Discuss the technical aspects crucial for effective data protection, such as encryption standards, anonymization, and security-by-design. How do these technical measures complement India's legal framework for data privacy? (250 words, 15 marks)

Examine India's hybrid approach to data protection, comparing it with the EU's GDPR and the US model. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this hybridity in the context of India's developmental goals? (250 words, 15 marks)