Ministry Of Electronics And Information Technology Releases Blueprint For Consent Management

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has released a blueprint for consent management under the Digital India Bill, focusing on empowering users to manage their data and consent effectively. The framework proposes a layered approach, distinguishing between notice and consent, and introducing concepts like ‘consent manager’ and ‘notice manager’. It also outlines principles for valid consent, such as informed choice, clear purpose, and user control. The blueprint aims to balance user autonomy with the need for data-driven innovation, and stakeholders are invited to provide feedback on the proposed framework.

The article was authored by Probir Roy Chowdhury; Partner, and Yajas Setlur; Partner, published in Mondaq.

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