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DPDP vs GDPR: Fundamental Legal Differences
Unlike GDPR's six lawful bases (which include broad "legitimate interests"), DPDP strictly limits processing to affirmative Consent and narrow "Legitimate Uses" (Section 7). Deemed consent does not exist under DPDP for commercial marketing.
Data Protection Officer & Impact Assessments
Under GDPR, many mid-sized firms require a DPO and DPIA. Under DPDP, only entities officially designated as Significant Data Fiduciaries (SDFs) by the Central Government are mandated to appoint an India-resident DPO.
Cross-Border Transfers & Blacklist Model
While GDPR uses adequacy decisions and Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), India DPDP adopts a "blacklist" model (Section 16), permitting data transfers to all jurisdictions except those specifically restricted by the Government.
Repeal of IT Act Section 43A and SPDI Rules 2011
The DPDP Act repeals Section 43A of the Information Technology Act and supercedes the SPDI Rules, removing the outdated concept of "Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures" in favor of strict statutory penalties.
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Services & Metro Directory
DPDP Compliance Services, Audits & Legal Advisory Across India
Industry Vertical Guides
DPDP Compliance by Industry: Fintech, Healthcare, E-Commerce, SaaS & BFSI
Consent Architecture
DPDP Consent Management Platform (CMP) & 22 Scheduled Languages
Statutory Commentary
DPDP Act 2023 Section-by-Section Legal Commentary & Analysis
Legal Glossary
DPDP Act Statutory Definitions & Legal Glossary (Section 2)
AI & Emerging Tech
AI & LLM Governance Under DPDP Act: Compliance for Generative AI
Legal Knowledge Base
DPDP Act Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Founder Inquiries
Document Toolkit
DPDP Compliance Templates, Policies Pack & Legal Drafts
Comparative Jurisprudence
DPDP vs GDPR, CCPA & Indian Data Laws: In-Depth Comparison
Subordinate Legislation
Digital Personal Data Protection Rules 2025: Analysis & Implementation
Individual Rights
Data Principal Rights Under DPDP Act: Access, Erasure & DSAR Portal
High-Impact Fiduciaries
Significant Data Fiduciary (SDF) Obligations, Resident DPO & DPIA
Professional Training
DPDP Training, Awareness Programs & DPO Certification India
Incident Response
DPDP Data Breach Notification, 72-Hour Intimation & Security Rules
Regulator & Adjudication
Data Protection Board of India: Powers, Inquiries & TDSAT Appeals
Cross-Border & Minor Protection
Children's Personal Data & Cross-Border Data Transfer Rules