Question of the Day – DIGITAL PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION (DPDP) RULES, 2025
QOTD April 27,2026
With reference to the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, consider the following statements:
- They mandate obtaining consent before processing personal data.
- They apply only to government agencies and not private entities.
- They provide for grievance redressal mechanisms for data principals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (a) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct
They require Data Fiduciaries to obtain clear and informed consent before processing personal data.
Statement 2 is incorrect
They apply to both Government and Private entities handling personal data.
Statement 3 is correct
They establish mechanisms for users to file complaints and seek redressal.
Why in news–
The Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 have been framed to operationalize the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 by laying down procedures for data processing, user consent, grievance redressal, and obligations of data fiduciaries. These rules aim to strengthen privacy protection, ensure accountability of digital platforms, and create a structured framework for handling personal data in India.
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Practice Questions (PQ)
PQ1.Consider the following statements:
- Data Principal refers to the individual to whom the personal data relates.
- Data Fiduciary is the entity that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data.
- The DPDP framework prohibits all cross-border data transfer.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer : (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct
Data Principal is the individual whose personal data is being processed.
Statement 2 is correct
Data Fiduciary decides how and why personal data is processed.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The framework allows cross-border transfers subject to conditions.
PQ2. Consider the following statements:
- The Data Protection Board of India is established under the DPDP framework.
- The Board has the power to impose penalties for violations.
- The DPDP Rules completely replace all existing IT laws in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct
The Data Protection Board is constituted to enforce compliance.
Statement 2 is correct
It can impose monetary penalties for breaches.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The DPDP framework complements existing laws like the IT Act, not replaces them.
PQ3.Consider the following statements:
- Consent under the DPDP framework must be free, specific, informed, and unambiguous.
- Children’s data is given special protection under the framework.
- Data Fiduciaries have no obligation to ensure data security.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct
Consent must meet clear standards to ensure user awareness and control.
Statement 2 is correct
Additional safeguards are provided for processing children’s data.
Statement 3 is incorrect
Data Fiduciaries must implement reasonable security safeguards.
Previous Year Question (UPSC Prelims)
With reference to the Right to Privacy in India, consider the following statements:
- The Right to Privacy is a fundamental right under the Constitution.
- It was recognized in the case of K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India.
- It is an absolute right without any reasonable restrictions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct
The Supreme Court recognized Privacy as a Fundamental Right under Article 21.
Statement 2 is correct
The Puttaswamy judgment established Privacy as a Fundamental Right.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The Right to Privacy is subject to reasonable restrictions.
