DATA PROTECTION REGULATION BY PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION BILL IN INDIA: BEARING ON BUSINESS INDIA
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Data privacy is essential to Individuals to protect their personal information as it is sensitive to external abuse and threats. Safeguarding personal information is crucial for preserving potential exposure and maintaining trust between individuals; defining the information they want to be exposed to and business organisations; use this information. Using this information must safeguard Individuals beyond intimidation or fear by businesses or external entities, who must adhere to legal standards and guidelines regarding data collection, storage, and usage. This paper highlights the critical aspects of the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDPB) on the Indian landscape and its impact on businesses. The technology law in India and the latest supreme court decision on PDPB have been discussed, which will pave and share the implications for individuals and businesses operating in India as the significance of data privacy and protection. The study re-inspects key terms and terminologies defined for India while visiting Global Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) adaptation is discussed. We examine how the PDPB will alter the privacy framework for businesses, the impact of critical data on data localisation, and the business's reaction to the cost of compliance. While the privacy of individuals is at issue, this research is particularly pertinent to the millions of people globally whose information is accessible over the internet.
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