Section 6: Consent
Chapter: Obligations of Data Fiduciary
Maximum Penalty: Up to ₹200 Crore
Overview
Consent must be free, specific, informed, unconditional, and unambiguous. This section falls under the "Obligations of Data Fiduciary" 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 6
- Consent can be given through a Consent Manager registered with the Board
- Consent Manager must be accountable to the Data Principal and acts on their behalf
- Must maintain records and provide transparent consent management
Who This Applies To
Consent Managers and Data Fiduciaries using consent management platforms
Compliance Action Steps
- Evaluate if you need a Consent Manager integration
- Ensure your consent platform meets registration requirements
- Implement consent withdrawal mechanisms
How Complynz Helps
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