New Data Protection Bill: The rules regarding the Personal Digital Data Protection Act-2023 had been eagerly awaited for a long time. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has now issued new draft rules under this Act.
In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of life for people of all ages. From children to the elderly, everyone is active on these platforms. However, social media has both advantages and risks. To address these concerns, the government has taken an important step in regulating children’s use of social media. According to the new draft rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP), it will now be mandatory for children under the age of 18 to obtain parental consent before creating social media accounts.
Long-Awaited Data Protection Rules
The need for data protection regulations has become a crucial issue in the digital era. The rules concerning the Personal Digital Data Protection Act-2023 have been eagerly anticipated. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has now released new draft rules under this Act. However, these rules do not yet prescribe punitive measures. The government has invited public suggestions and objections on this draft until February 18, 2025. Once these are considered, a final decision will be made.
The draft notification also mentions that companies in violation of the rules could face penalties of up to ₹250 crore. This penalty is provided under sub-sections (1) and (2) of Section 40 of the Act. The government aims to make digital platforms more accountable and transparent.
Ensuring Children’s Safety on Social Media
The new rules represent a significant step in safeguarding children’s social media use. By requiring mandatory parental consent, the government seeks to ensure that children use social media responsibly and safely. This will improve children’s online security and allow parents to monitor their online activities.
A Major Step Toward Data Protection
The Digital Personal Data Protection Act-2023 is designed to protect users’ personal data from misuse. The government aims to make this law effective, creating a digital environment where users can access online services without fear of data misuse.
These proposed rules are a positive initiative for the digital safety of children and young people. This move will not only protect children from online dangers but also promote greater responsibility and transparency on digital platforms. It remains to be seen what decision will be made regarding these draft rules after February 18.
