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Section 10; Rule 13Governance & Roles
Significant Data Fiduciary (SDF)
An SDF is a fiduciary or class of fiduciaries notified by the Central Government using statutory risk factors.
Meaning and legal context
Designation is not determined solely by a company's own turnover estimate. Additional duties include an India-based DPO, independent auditor, periodic DPIAs and audits.
Practical application
Check designation and assign the additional governance responsibilities.
Related concepts
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