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DPDP Statutory & Operational Glossary

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Significant Data Fiduciary (SDF)

STATUTORY / OFFICIAL TERM

A Data Fiduciary notified by the Central Government based on data volume, sensitivity, and risk to democracy or public order.

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Startup

STATUTORY / OFFICIAL TERM

A private limited company, partnership, or LLP recognized under Government notifications, potentially eligible for certain exemptions.

Section 17

State

STATUTORY / OFFICIAL TERM

The State as defined under article 12 of the Constitution of India.

Section 2 Z

Storage Limitation

LEGALLY RELEVANT TERM

The requirement to erase personal data once the specified purpose is fulfilled and retention is no longer necessary.

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