This document provides a comparative analysis of data processing laws in different countries. Key points include:
- India does not have specific data processing laws, but consent of the data subject is required under the IT Act.
- The US requires companies to follow privacy policies but does not mandate their disclosure. Sector-specific laws like GLBA and HIPAA regulate financial and health data.
- The UK's DPA requires data controllers to comply with schedules regarding lawful and proportionate data use, storage limits, security measures, and data subject rights.
- Australia's Privacy Act sets out 10 National Privacy Principles for collecting, using, securing, and giving access to personal data. Sensitive data requires higher