Here are some notes on data protection under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 in detail:
- Data protection is the process of collecting, storing, and using personal information in a way that respects the privacy of the individual.
- The Consumer Protection Act, 2019, includes provisions on data protection, which aim to protect the privacy of consumers and their personal information.
- The Act defines personal information as any information that can be used to identify an individual, such as their name, address, phone number, email address, or financial information.
- The Act also defines sensitive personal information as information that is more sensitive, such as their medical information, biometric information, or racial or ethnic origin.
- **The Act sets out a number of principles that businesses must follow when collecting, storing, and using personal information. These principles include:
- The purpose limitation principle. This principle states that personal information must only be collected for specific, legitimate purposes.
- The consent principle. This principle states that personal information can only be collected with the consent of the individual.
- The transparency principle. This principle states that individuals must be informed about how their personal information is being collected, stored, and used.
- The security principle. This principle states that personal information must be stored securely and protected from unauthorized access.
- The accountability principle. This principle states that businesses must be accountable for their data protection practices.
The Act also gives consumers a number of rights, including the right to access their personal information, the right to correct their personal information, and the right to object to the processing of their personal information.
If you believe that your data protection rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA).