Section 19
Composition and appointment of Board members
Sets the Board’s composition, with the Chairperson and Members appointed by the Central Government and at least one Member an expert in law.
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What it says
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- The Board consists of a Chairperson and other Members appointed by the Central Government, chosen for their ability, integrity and standing, with expertise in data governance, administration, law, dispute resolution, information technology, digital economy or a related field. At least one Member must be an expert in law.
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s.18Establishment of the Data Protection Board of IndiaEstablishes the Data Protection Board of India as a body corporate.s.20Salary, allowances and term of officeFixes the terms of service for the Chairperson and Members, with a two-year term and eligibility for re-appointment.Rule 17Search-cum-Selection CommitteesSets up the committees that recommend candidates for Chairperson and Members of the Board.
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