“The only info we have of the app is its frontend and its rather pedestrian ToS and Privacy Policy. Other projects release as much information as possible in pursuit of transparency. This may include... its source code.”
#OpenSourceAarogyaSetu
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However, there is also a need for higher accountability with regard to @SetuAarogya app in addition to increasing transparency. We have sent a joint representation to @PMOIndia with certain recommendations.
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We have created a comprehensive working paper which highlights the development of surveillance tech around location tracking and the deployment of contact tracing through mobile apps. We have made 17 recommendations (para 87) wrt to @SetuAarogya
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In this working paper we highlight that adoption of apps such as @SetuAarogya without a legal framework and institutional mechanism in place threatens the civil liberties guaranteed by the Constitution to us. This fear has already been manifested.
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Thus, IFF has been working on creating a legal framework wherein use of these apps can be harmonised with the democratic freedoms that all Indians hold dear. Help us defend your privacy and digital rights. Contribute to our ongoing fundraiser now!
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IFF has filed multiple RTI requests with @NICMeity , @NITIAayog , @GoI_MeitY and @MoHFW_INDIA to obtain information about the @SetuAarogya application specifically its source code.
#OpenSourceAarogyaSetu
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