Privacy And Data Protection Questions
The key provisions of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) include:
1. Consent: The PDPA requires organizations to obtain the consent of individuals before collecting, using, or disclosing their personal data. Consent must be given voluntarily and individuals have the right to withdraw their consent at any time.
2. Purpose Limitation: Organizations are only allowed to collect, use, or disclose personal data for purposes that have been clearly specified and communicated to the individual. They cannot use the data for any other purposes without obtaining additional consent.
3. Data Accuracy: Organizations are responsible for ensuring that the personal data they collect is accurate and up-to-date. They must take reasonable steps to correct any inaccuracies or update the data when necessary.
4. Data Protection Obligations: Organizations are required to implement reasonable security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. They must also have policies and practices in place to ensure compliance with the PDPA.
5. Access and Correction: Individuals have the right to request access to their personal data held by organizations and to request corrections if the data is inaccurate or incomplete. Organizations must respond to these requests within a reasonable timeframe.
6. Data Retention: Organizations are required to only retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless there are legal or business reasons to retain it for a longer period.
7. Transfer of Personal Data: Organizations are prohibited from transferring personal data to countries that do not have comparable data protection laws, unless they have obtained the individual's consent or have put in place appropriate safeguards.
8. Enforcement and Penalties: The PDPA establishes a regulatory authority responsible for enforcing compliance with the act. Organizations found to be in breach of the PDPA may face penalties, including fines and imprisonment, depending on the severity of the violation.
These provisions aim to protect individuals' privacy rights and ensure responsible handling of personal data by organizations.