Abstract
Due to rapid emergence of digital technologies, it contributes to all of us, including individuals, groups and governments, in the way that we interact through the digital systems such as through the means of interaction, communication and transaction. The era of digitalization has led to a rapid evolution in which the whole world consisting of individuals, groups and governments is now interconnected through the various trading platforms, interacting and communicating modes. It is the fact that these technologies have developed rapidly and has given birth to a new means of communication which in turn affects relationships among people, organizations and even governments.
This research paper focuses on the intricate relationships between digital foundation, regulation and data protection in the current global context. Starting with the digital framework overview, the paper covers its historical development, describing the improvements in digital technologies and their growing importance in different fields. The paper continues with in depth exploration of governance and data privacy in digital society, explaining the dilemma of creating functional governance schemes and considering the issues of data privacy. It examines the regulatory landscape concerning data privacy, including the adoption and application of Data Privacy and Data Protection Act (DPDP Act).
Moreover, this paper delves into the effects of digital transformation on different sectors such as healthcare, finance, education and government is discussed, emphasizing the potential and risks of new technologies that are emerging. This paper seeks to provide you with an in depth understanding of the intricacies of the digital world ad how the government and information security measures can be used to prevent the adverse effects such as breach of trust, security and accountability that can transpire the population in digital era.