Section 22: Powers and Functions of the Board
Chapter: Data Protection Board of India
Overview
Board can receive complaints, conduct inquiries, impose penalties. This section falls under the "Data Protection Board of India" chapter of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, which was enacted to establish a comprehensive framework for data protection in India.
Key Points of Section 22
- Board can receive complaints from Data Principals on non-compliance
- Can initiate inquiries, conduct hearings, and impose penalties
- Has power to direct Data Fiduciaries to take remedial measures
Who This Applies To
All Data Fiduciaries — the Board can initiate action on complaints or suo motu
Compliance Action Steps
- Prepare incident response plans for Board complaints
- Maintain compliance records for potential Board review
- Train legal team on Board inquiry procedures
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