Topic: Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure
4. The absence of a personal data protection law makes it difficult to know what rights are specifically available to us, rendering the fundamental right to privacy ineffective. Examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
our Personal Data Protection law that has been in the making ever since a panel led by Justice Srikrishna submitted a framework for it in 2018 still seems bereft of the privacy focus it needs.
Key Demand of the question:
Examine the need and significance of protection of personal data of the people in India.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing personal data and why it requires protection especially in the light of recent events.
Body:
First, write about the evolution towards data protection law since SC judgement of 2027 – Just srikirshna committee, JPC on the draft law etc.
Next, write about why protecting personal data is important? – Data protection regulations ensure the security of individuals’ personal data and regulate the collection, usage, transfer, and disclosure of the said data and how without a law it renders fundamental right to privacy ineffective.
Conclusion:
Conclude writing a way forward.
