"Data is the raw material of Artificial Intelligence." In this context, discuss the need for transparent and accountable data governance frameworks in India. What steps has the government taken in this regard?

Data in 21st century could be what oil was for 20th century, a source of prosperity & conflict, thus need for data governance framework. Need for Transparent & Accountable Data Governance Framework: (1) Rights privacy, as declared by SC in KS Puttas Swamy Case. (2) Ensure informed consent for data processing. (3) Grievance Redressal of citizen against new [illegible] facts. (4) Fair market competition → non monopolization. (5) Data as public good → use for building solution to social problem. (6) Ensure national security and security against cyber warfare. (7) Accountability for Security breach and ensure safety. (8) Latest IPR right → use of NLT data by 2 Lodges.

Steps taken by Govt: (1) Data protection Act, 2023 to govern processing personal data. (2) IT rules for social media intermediaries. (3) National Cyber Policy 2013. (4) CERT-in for responding cyber attack. (5) IPC, cyber crime portal for report data breaches. Steps needed further: (1) Deep Integrated Digital India Act, to launch IT Act 2008, to launch outdated IT Act 2008. (2) Implement EN's Blockchain Law to resumed → Right to be forgotten. (3) Best Practices → EU Regulation GDPR rules → Digital Markets Act for clarity. Thus need to ensure effective architecture for Cyber Secure India.

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