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The Data Protection Addendum (DPA) is essential for organizations operating in India that process personal data, whether as data fiduciaries or data processors. This document becomes necessary when entering into any business relationship involving the processing of personal data, particularly in light of India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 and related regulations. The DPA supplements existing service agreements by specifically addressing data protection obligations, security measures, breach notification requirements, and compliance procedures. It is particularly relevant given India's evolving data protection landscape and the increasing focus on data localization requirements. The document helps organizations demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements while establishing clear responsibilities and liabilities between parties regarding data protection.

1. Parties: Identification of the data fiduciary (data controller) and data processor, including their registered addresses and company details

2. Background: Context of the addendum, reference to the main agreement, and purpose of data processing relationship

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms including personal data, sensitive personal data, processing, data principal, data breach, etc., aligned with DPDP Act 2023

4. Scope and Purpose of Processing: Detailed description of the data processing activities, categories of data, and purposes of processing

5. Data Protection Obligations: Core obligations regarding data protection, security measures, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable laws

6. Data Principal Rights: Procedures for handling data principal (data subject) requests and ensuring their rights under DPDP Act

7. Data Security: Security measures, standards, and protocols to be implemented for data protection

8. Data Breach Notification: Procedures for identifying, reporting, and managing data breaches

9. Cross-border Data Transfers: Rules and requirements for international data transfers, including necessary safeguards

10. Sub-processing: Conditions and requirements for engaging sub-processors

11. Audit Rights: Rights and procedures for conducting audits and assessments of data protection compliance

12. Term and Termination: Duration of the DPA and circumstances for termination

13. Return or Deletion of Data: Obligations regarding data handling upon termination of the agreement

14. Liability and Indemnification: Allocation of liability and indemnification obligations for data protection breaches

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes