Section 26: Finance, Accounts and Audit
Chapter: Data Protection Board of India
Overview
Government funds the Board; accounts audited by CAG. 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 26
- Board is funded by grants from the Central Government
- Must maintain proper accounts and records
- Accounts are audited by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)
Who This Applies To
Board's financial governance and transparency framework
Compliance Action Steps
- Monitor Board annual reports for enforcement trends
- Track Board budget allocations to anticipate enforcement intensity
- Review CAG audit findings on Board operations
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