India’s new Data Protection Legislation

Abstract

With the increase in importance of the outsourcing business in India, there has been extensive discussion regarding the absence of Indian data protection legislation, and how this may impact the flow of business from European Union companies. India has, in the past, attempted to enact data protection legislation, but for some reason it has never seen the light of day. India has recently notified regulations relating to protection of sensitive personal data. This article examines the Indian regulations, contrasting their provisions, at certain points, with the UK Data Protection Act 1998.