GK Question

science medium true_false

True or False: Data localization requirements aim to store citizens' data within national borders to enhance privacy and regulatory control.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Data localization (e.g., RBI's payment data directive, DPDP Act provisions) seeks to protect citizen data, enable law enforcement access, foster domestic cloud infrastructure. Balances innovation, security, sovereignty. [[RBI, MeitY Reports]]

Topic Technology - Digital Sovereignty
Exam Relevance UPSC CSE, Banking Specialist Officer, SSC CHSL