RPwD Act
RPwD means Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016: India's law protecting disabled people's access to services and technology.
| Who | Government bodies directly; private companies through procurement and policy |
|---|---|
| What | Access to information, communication technology and public services |
| Test | WCAG-based testing of your Indian sites, apps and documents |
| Full pass | Manual audit against WCAG, framed for RPwD duties |
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| Evidence | Reports your teams and partners can act on |
| No promises | We report what passes and fails; duties stay with counsel |
What is the RPwD Act?
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. It protects disabled people's rights, including access to information and communication technology.
We are a private company. Does it reach us?
Government bodies carry the direct duties. Private companies meet the expectations through procurement, partnerships and policy. Confirm your position with counsel.