DPDP reference

Section 25: Members and officers to be public servants

Last checked 6 Nov 2026

The Chairperson, Members, officers and employees of the Board are deemed public servants under section 21 of the Indian Penal Code when acting or purporting to act under the Act.

Applies to
The Central Government and the Data Protection Board of India. A business meets this section only when it appears before the Board.
Starts
13 Nov 2025, in force (G.S.R. 843(E), item (a)).
Penalty
None of its own. This section sets out how the law works and places no duty on a business.
Source
Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (22 of 2023), section 25; G.S.R. 843(E), commencement

Questions

Are Board officers public servants?

Yes, when acting or purporting to act under the Act (s.25).

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