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Can the new data protection law meaningfully curb misuse of personal data?
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What happened
India's data protection framework sets out rules for how companies and government bodies can collect, store, and use personal data, with penalties for violations. Privacy advocates welcome the framework but note that several exemptions for government agencies could limit its practical reach, while businesses are still adapting compliance processes.
What the evidence says
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The law establishes a dedicated authority to receive and act on data breach complaints.
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Several exemptions allow government agencies to process personal data without the same consent requirements as private companies.
What's unclear
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How strictly the law will be enforced against large companies in practice remains to be seen.
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