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The world is witnessing rapid technological growth, with the internet becoming a ubiquitous presence that transcends geographical boundaries, facilitating the flow of information. Data has become an integral part of our daily lives, connecting almost every aspect of modern life to some form of data. Whether it's social media, banking, or retail, our daily routines are intricately linked to data. This increased interconnectedness brings forth new and complex challenges in terms of privacy and data protection, making it crucial to ensure individuals have control over their personal data. India, as one of the fastest-growing economies, is at the forefront of this digital transformation, with various sectors being digitized and the launch of the Digital India program. In response to the growing concern over the protection of personal data and individual privacy rights, the Indian government has introduced several pieces of legislation. The bill's preamble aims to provide a legislative framework for protecting personal data and individual rights in India's rapidly evolving digital landscape. This research aims to analyze the efficiency of the law and the challenges associated with data protection in India. It will also compare the Indian data protection legislative framework with those of the European Union and the USA to identify areas for improvement. The comparison will focus on data protection principles, enforcement mechanisms, individual rights, accountability measures for data processors, cross-border data transfer provisions, and remedies available to individuals in the event of a data protection breach. The research will provide insights into the grey areas where the Indian legislative framework may face complex issues and propose improvements. In the digital age, it is imperative for countries to take significant steps to address the challenges arising from data protection and privacy concerns.