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Section 23, National institute of Information Technology Act, 2014 [S26-RM0]

As at 6 September 2026. In force from 3 August 2014.

In National institute of Information Technology Act, 2014 [A11-HNY]. This text from 3 August 2014. No other text held.

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Cite: Section 23, National institute of Information Technology Act, 2014 [S26-RM0]. Machine: S26-RM0.

23. Power to issue directions.—(1) The Board may, by order in writing, direct any body corporate to take such measures in relation to the handling of sensitive personal data as may be specified in the order, and such person shall comply with the direction within the period specified therein. (2) An order under sub-section (1) shall state the reasons on which it is made and shall be served on the person to whom it is addressed in such manner as may be prescribed.

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data: Section 2, National institute of Information Technology Act, 2014 [S26QZF] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "data" means a representation of information, facts, concepts, opinions or instructions in a manner suitable for communication, interpretation or processing by human beings or by automated means

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Section 23, National institute of Information Technology Act, 2014 [S26-RM0]