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The Importance of Privacy Rights: Mandatory for Businesses of All Sizes under GDPR and Indian Privacy Laws

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  By Sandigdha Mishra, Adv. Legal Consultant, School Compliance, Child Protectionist, Life Coach advocate.sandigdhamishra@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandigdhamishra/ Introduction Privacy rights are fundamental rights that individuals possess to protect their personal information from unauthorised access and use. With the advent of digital technologies and the widespread collection and processing of personal data, safeguarding privacy has become a critical concern. This article examines the significance of privacy rights for businesses of all sizes, focusing on the requirements imposed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union and the privacy laws of India. Personal Data -  Section 43A of the IT Act define “Personal information” to mean any information that relates to a natural person, which can be used, either directly or indirectly with some other information for identifying such person i.e. “Personally Identifiable Information”. Under GDPR, Per

"Navigating the Workforce Web: Decoding the Contract Labour Act 1970 and its Applicability to Schools in India"

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  By Sandigdha Mishra, Adv. Legal Consultant, School Compliance, Child Protectionist, Life Coach advocate.sandigdhamishra@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandigdhamishra/ Introduction: The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 is a significant legislation in India that governs the employment of contract labourers across various industries, including educational institutions such as schools. This act aims to regulate and improve the working conditions of contract labourers while ensuring compliance with labor laws. In this article, we will delve into the key provisions of the Contract Labour Act 1970 and discuss its implications specifically on schools in India. In India Contract labourers suffers from inferior labour status, casual nature of employment, lack of job security and poor economic conditions. It was also observed that in some cases the contract labourers did the same work as the workers directly employed by the industrialist but were no paid the same wag

Empowering Education: Ensuring Safe Schools with Responsible Leadership

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By Sandigdha Mishra, Adv. Legal Consultant, School Compliance, Child Protectionist, Life Coach advocate.sandigdhamishra@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandigdhamishra/ Introduction: Education is the cornerstone of a progressive society as it empowers individuals, fosters social mobility, and contributes to the overall development of a nation. It equips students with knowledge, skills, and values necessary to succeed in life and make meaningful contributions to society. However, the effectiveness of education is contingent upon the presence of safe and secure learning environments, as they play a pivotal role in nurturing the holistic development of students. This is particularly crucial in a country like India, where millions of children attend schools every day. Safe schools are essential for the well-being, growth, and academic success of students. When students feel safe and secure in their educational environments, they are more likely to engage actively in learning, express