“Privacy cannot become a cloak for opacity in public administration.” Examine whether the amendment introduced through the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 to the Right to Information Act, 2005 disturbs the constitutional balance between transparency and privacy.

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure Q3. “Privacy cannot become a cloak for opacity in public administration.” Examine whether the amendment introduced through the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 to the Right to Information Act, 2005 disturbs the constitutional balance between transparency and privacy. (15 M) Difficulty …

UPSC Editorial Analysis: Evolving Divide Between Public and Private Life in the Digital Age

General Studies-4; Topic: Ethics and Human Interface   Introduction In today’s hyperconnected world, every individual cultivates a digital persona — a reflection of who they are online. This digital identity often overlaps or conflicts with one’s real self, leading to confusion, moral dilemmas, and even legal challenges. The boundary between what is public and what …