Section 19Data Protection Board of IndiaStructural summary
Composition and qualifications of Chairperson and Members
Statutory summary
Provides for the appointment, number, qualifications, and terms of service of the Chairperson and Members of the Board, as prescribed by the Central Government.
Plain-language explanation
- Members are appointed by the Central Government rather than through an independent judicial-style selection panel, which has been a point of commentary on the Board's institutional independence.
Reconstructed for readability from the publicly notified DPDP Act, 2023. Always verify exact wording against the official Gazette of India before relying on this for legal or compliance decisions.