Syllabus: Environment Source: TH Context: The DPDP Act, 2023 amended Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act, shrinking it to a few words, allowing broad denial of information as “personal”. Experts fear this could weaken transparency, turning RTI into a “Right to Deny Information” and shielding corruption. About The RTI’s Shift to A ‘Right to Deny …
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Source: IE Context: Activists and Opposition leaders have raised alarm over Section 44(3) of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, citing threats to transparency under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005. About Section 44(3) of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act: What is Section 44(3)? This clause amends Section 8(1)(j) of …
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Syllabus: Governance Source: TH Context: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) imposed a ₹213.14 crore fine on Meta for abusing its dominant position, highlighting the growing global scrutiny of digital giants for anti-competitive practices and data exploitation. What are Digital Giant Companies? Definition: Digital giants are large technology companies that dominate global markets through data-driven …
Syllabus: Vulnerable People Source: TH Context: Disability rights activists have raised concerns over Section 9(1) of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, which mandates that PwDs with legal guardians must obtain consent from their guardian for data processing. Understanding Concerns of PwDs in the DPDP Act, 2023: What is Guardianship? Governed by two …
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