Surveillance And Privacy In India: A Comprehensive Analysis

Annie Panwar, LLM, Jindal Global Law School, Sonipat

ABSTRACT

This research delves into the relationship between surveillance and data privacy in Indian context. This study looks into the historical evolution of surveillance practices, government surveillance programs, ethical and social implications and the impact on civil liberties. In India, there has been an increase in adoption of surveillance technologies which has been the growing challenge for privacy issues. This has prompted the privacy advocacy groups for public activism and awareness in the digital space. Surveillance plays an important role in the security of a country but it does raise complex social and ethical questions. This research provides an understanding of surveillance and privacy in India and provides a foundation for future works.