Mains Answer Writing - 18 Feb, 2026

GS2

Indian Polity

15 marks

The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 has amended provisions of the Right to Information framework regarding disclosure of personal information. Examine whether prioritising data privacy over transparency affects democratic accountability in India.

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Start with the constitutional tension – briefly frame privacy vs transparency: link RTI to democratic accountability (Art. 19(1)(a)) and privacy to dignity (Puttaswamy judgment). This sets analytical depth in 2–3 lines.
Compare old vs new position – explain how earlier “public interest override” allowed disclosure of personal info of public officials, and how the amendment risks automatic denial → impact on corruption checks, welfare schemes, and public funds monitoring.
End with balanced conclusion + solution – don’t take an extreme stand; suggest safeguards: proportionality test, harm-based disclosure, role of Information Commissions, and clear guidelines to reconcile privacy with transparency.

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