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2019
Data Protection
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subject, and verify whether the processing of data
is done in accordance with this Act;
(d) promote self-regulation among data controllers
and data processors;
(e) conduct an assessment, on its own initiative of a
public or private body, or at the request of a
private or public body for the purpose of
ascertaining whether information is processed
according to the provisions of this Act or any other
relevant law;
(f) receive and investigate any complaint by any
person on infringements of the rights under this
Act;
(g) take such measures as may be necessary to bring
the provisions of this Act to the knowledge of the
general public;
(h) carry out inspections of public and private entities
with a view to evaluating the processing of
personal data;
(i) promote international cooperation in matters
relating to data protection and ensure country’s
compliance on data protection obligations under
international conventions and agreements;
(j) undertake research on developments in data
processing of personal data and ensure that there is
no significant risk or adverse effect of any
developments on the privacy of individuals; and
(k) perform such other functions as may be prescribed
by any other law or as necessary for the promotion
of object of this Act.
(2) The Office of the Data Commissioner may, in the
performance of its functions collaborate with the national
security organs.
(3) The Data Commissioner shall act independently in
exercise of powers and carrying out of functions under this
Act.
9. (1) The Data Commissioner shall have power to—
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