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Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 (RPWD)GIGW 3.0WCAG 2.1 AA WCAG 2.1 AA
India's digital accessibility framework has strengthened significantly with GIGW 3.0 in 2023, which explicitly mandates WCAG 2.1 AA for government websites. The RPWD Act provides the broader legal framework for disability rights.
Legal Framework
The RPWD Act 2016 and the Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW 3.0) mandate accessible digital services. MeitY's GIGW 3.0 (2023) references WCAG 2.1 AA explicitly for all government websites.
Who Must Comply
- All central and state government websites
- Public sector undertakings
- Digital India initiatives
Key Technical Requirements
GIGW 3.0 compliance for government sites
WCAG 2.1 AA conformance
Screen reader compatibility (especially NVDA, JAWS)
Bilingual accessibility (English + regional language)
Accessibility audit before public launch
Accessibility statement publication
Enforcement & Penalties
RPWD Act enforcement through State Commissioners for Disabilities. Primarily compliance-focused.
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