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Legal and Regulatory Framework for Geographical Data Privacy in India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge on the legal and regulatory framework governing geographical data privacy in India. Test your understanding of key concepts, laws, and regulations related to the protection of geospatial information.
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Which Indian law primarily governs the protection of personal data, including geospatial information?

  1. The Information Technology Act, 2000

  2. The Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019

  3. The Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016

  4. The Right to Information Act, 2005

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Information Technology Act, 2000, serves as the primary legal framework for regulating electronic data, including personal information and geospatial data, in India.

What is the primary objective of the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016?

  1. To regulate the collection, storage, and dissemination of geospatial information

  2. To protect the privacy of individuals' geospatial data

  3. To promote the development and use of geospatial technologies

  4. To establish a national geospatial data infrastructure

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016, aims to regulate the collection, storage, and dissemination of geospatial information in India, ensuring its accuracy, integrity, and security.

Which government agency is responsible for enforcing the provisions of the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016?

  1. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

  2. The Survey of India (SoI)

  3. The National Geospatial Policy Committee (NGPC)

  4. The National Informatics Centre (NIC)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is the nodal agency responsible for enforcing the provisions of the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016.

What is the role of the National Geospatial Policy Committee (NGPC) in regulating geographical data privacy in India?

  1. To formulate policies and guidelines for the regulation of geospatial data

  2. To review and approve geospatial data collection and dissemination projects

  3. To monitor compliance with the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016

  4. To promote research and development in geospatial technologies

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Geospatial Policy Committee (NGPC) is responsible for formulating policies and guidelines for the regulation of geospatial data in India.

Under the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016, what is the maximum penalty for unauthorized collection, storage, or dissemination of geospatial information?

  1. Imprisonment for up to 3 years and a fine of up to Rs. 10 lakhs

  2. Imprisonment for up to 5 years and a fine of up to Rs. 20 lakhs

  3. Imprisonment for up to 7 years and a fine of up to Rs. 30 lakhs

  4. Imprisonment for up to 10 years and a fine of up to Rs. 40 lakhs

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016, prescribes a maximum penalty of imprisonment for up to 7 years and a fine of up to Rs. 30 lakhs for unauthorized collection, storage, or dissemination of geospatial information.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a license to collect, store, and disseminate geospatial information under the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016?

  1. Submission of a detailed project proposal

  2. Possession of adequate technical infrastructure and expertise

  3. Registration with the National Geospatial Policy Committee (NGPC)

  4. Payment of a prescribed fee

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Registration with the National Geospatial Policy Committee (NGPC) is not a requirement for obtaining a license to collect, store, and disseminate geospatial information under the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016.

What is the purpose of the National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) in India?

  1. To facilitate the sharing and exchange of geospatial data among various government agencies

  2. To promote the development of geospatial applications and services

  3. To provide access to geospatial data for research and academic purposes

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) aims to facilitate the sharing and exchange of geospatial data among various government agencies, promote the development of geospatial applications and services, and provide access to geospatial data for research and academic purposes.

Which government agency is responsible for developing and maintaining the National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) in India?

  1. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

  2. The Survey of India (SoI)

  3. The National Geospatial Policy Committee (NGPC)

  4. The National Informatics Centre (NIC)

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Survey of India (SoI) is responsible for developing and maintaining the National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) in India.

What is the role of the National Geospatial Data Committee (NGDC) in the regulation of geographical data privacy in India?

  1. To advise the government on matters related to geospatial data privacy

  2. To review and approve geospatial data collection and dissemination projects

  3. To monitor compliance with the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016

  4. To promote research and development in geospatial technologies

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Geospatial Data Committee (NGDC) is responsible for advising the government on matters related to geospatial data privacy.

Under the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016, what is the time limit for the government to respond to a request for access to geospatial information?

  1. 15 days

  2. 30 days

  3. 45 days

  4. 60 days

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Under the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016, the government is required to respond to a request for access to geospatial information within 30 days.

Which of the following is NOT a principle of the National Geospatial Policy, 2020?

  1. Openness and transparency

  2. Security and privacy

  3. Accuracy and reliability

  4. Cost-effectiveness

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cost-effectiveness is not a principle of the National Geospatial Policy, 2020.

What is the primary objective of the National Geospatial Policy, 2020?

  1. To promote the development and use of geospatial technologies for national development

  2. To ensure the security and privacy of geospatial information

  3. To facilitate the sharing and exchange of geospatial data among various stakeholders

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Geospatial Policy, 2020, aims to promote the development and use of geospatial technologies for national development, ensure the security and privacy of geospatial information, and facilitate the sharing and exchange of geospatial data among various stakeholders.

Which government agency is responsible for implementing the National Geospatial Policy, 2020?

  1. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

  2. The Survey of India (SoI)

  3. The National Geospatial Policy Committee (NGPC)

  4. The National Informatics Centre (NIC)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is responsible for implementing the National Geospatial Policy, 2020.

What is the role of the National Geospatial Data Committee (NGDC) in the implementation of the National Geospatial Policy, 2020?

  1. To advise the government on matters related to geospatial data policy

  2. To review and approve geospatial data collection and dissemination projects

  3. To monitor compliance with the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016

  4. To promote research and development in geospatial technologies

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Geospatial Data Committee (NGDC) is responsible for advising the government on matters related to geospatial data policy.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge in the regulation of geographical data privacy in India?

  1. Lack of awareness about geospatial data privacy laws and regulations

  2. Inadequate enforcement of geospatial data privacy laws and regulations

  3. Rapid technological advancements in geospatial data collection and processing

  4. Absence of a comprehensive legal framework for geospatial data privacy

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India already has a comprehensive legal framework for geospatial data privacy, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Geospatial Information Regulation Act, 2016.

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