India, April 7 -- The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) recently released the draft rules for the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, initiating a public consultation process aimed at enhancing transparency and securing personal data processing in compliance with legal standards. This Act, which was enacted on August 11, 2023, serves as a foundational framework for managing the digital personal data of individuals. The DPDP Act emphasizes individual ownership and protection of personal data, reinforcing the right to privacy while allowing for lawful data processing.

One of the significant aspects of the DPDP Act is its requirement for digital platforms to adopt consent-based data processing. Organization...