Comparative15 min readUpdated 18 Feb 2026
GDPR vs DPDPA: A Comparative Analysis
Compare the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA). Understand key differences in scope, consent, rights, obligations, and enforcement.
Quick Overview
Key Takeaways
GDPR and DPDPA have different consent standards
DPDPA has stricter age requirements for children
GDPR has special category data provisions
Overview
Both the GDPR and DPDPA treat consent as a primary basis for processing personal data, but the two regimes differ in significant ways.
Key Differences
| Aspect | GDPR | DPDPA |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Freely given, specific, informed, unambiguous | Free, specific, informed, unconditional, unambiguous |
| Children | Parental consent under 16 | Verifiable parental consent under 18 |
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