Certified Information Privacy Professional – Asia (CIPP/A) — Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a way that the Singapore government can monitor its citizens?

Answer options

• A. Through the national identity card system.
• B. Through the electronic road pricing system.
• C. Through a personal computer registration system.
• D. Through an online service that holds an individual’s medical records.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Option D is correct because an online service managing medical records is typically governed by privacy laws and regulations, limiting government access. Conversely, the other options involve systems that are intentionally designed for monitoring and tracking citizens for various administrative purposes.