Certified Information Privacy Professional – Europe (CIPP/E) — Question 19

In addition to the European Commission, who can adopt standard contractual clauses, assuming that all required conditions are met?

Answer options

• A. Approved data controllers.
• B. The Council of the European Union.
• C. National data protection authorities.
• D. The European Data Protection Supervisor.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as national data protection authorities can adopt standard contractual clauses provided they meet the stipulated conditions. Options A and D are incorrect because approved data controllers and the European Data Protection Supervisor do not have the authority to adopt these clauses. Option B, while a significant body, does not have the direct power to implement standard contractual clauses like national data protection authorities do.