India

India is the largest democracy in the world; however, it is also widely recognized as one of the most corrupt. It also lacks a national privacy policy. Since 2011, instituting such a policy has been discussed, but none has yet emerged. As of 2016, only 18% of the population has Internet access, although more than 70% use cell phones. The country also has numerous serious internal and external security concerns, which necessitate a robust surveillance program. India’s privacy laws are examined in this entry, followed by a look at the nation’s internal and external security concerns. The current state and future of India’s surveillance programs are also reviewed.