Lesson 3.8: Request-handling practice and module test

Module 3 · Lesson 3.8 of 8 · About 30 minutes · Request handling practice and module test

Set up your own request process and take the module test. For a step-by-step guide see How to handle Data Principal requests. This DPDPA 2023 course page explains request handling practice and module test in plain language.

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What you will learn about request handling practice and module test

Build a request register
Run a mock request
Pass the module test

Request register columns (request handling practice and module test)

Column	Purpose
Request ID	Track
Date received	Start of clock
Type	Information, correction, erasure, grievance, nomination
Verification	Done or pending
Outcome	Fulfilled, partly, refused with reason
Closed date	Evidence

Practice checklist

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Publish a contact email for privacy requests
Create a request register (date, type, status)
Write templates for the five request types
Set internal service levels
Train two people on the process
Run a mock request end to end
Review rejected requests monthly

Key takeaway: A simple spreadsheet is enough for a small company if it is used every time.

Check your understanding of request handling practice and module test

Q1. Which right lets a person name someone to act for them?

Q2. Maximum grievance period under the Rules:

Q3. Erasure must be passed on to:

Q4. Who can act for a child?

Q5. Data Principal duties are in Section:

Q6. Does the Act give a portability right?

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Educational material for learning purposes, not legal advice. Check the official text of the DPDP Act, 2023, the DPDP Rules, 2025 and MeitY notifications for the latest position.

Official sources for request handling practice and module test: Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 (MeitY, PDF) and DPDP Rules 2025, English text (PDF). Always check the latest official notifications.