What is Prescribed?
Definition and meaning from the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
Official Definition
Prescribed by rules made under this Act.
Source: The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (No. 22 of 2023)
Simple Explanation
Something that will be detailed in official rules created by the government under the DPDP Act. The Act often says things will be done 'as prescribed,' meaning the specific procedures will be set out in future rule notifications.
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