Section 27: Inquiry by Board
Chapter: Penalties and Remedies
Overview
Board conducts inquiries following principles of natural justice. This section falls under the "Penalties and Remedies" 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 27
- Board conducts inquiries following principles of natural justice
- Must give Data Fiduciary reasonable opportunity to be heard
- Can require production of documents, examine witnesses, and take evidence
Who This Applies To
Data Fiduciaries facing Board inquiries for non-compliance
Compliance Action Steps
- Establish document retention policies for Board inquiries
- Designate legal contacts for Board proceedings
- Prepare evidence documentation procedures
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