A
Both 1 and 2
B
2 only
C
Neither 1 nor 2
D
1 only
Correct answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect because Section 24 exempts listed security and intelligence organizations except regarding allegations of corruption and human rights violations. Statement 2 is correct because the DPDP Act, 2023 amended Section 8(1)(j) by removing the public interest proviso for personal information.
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