| Exam Code | DCPLA |
| Exam Name | DSCI Certified Privacy Lead Assessor |
| Vendor | DSCI |
| Total Questions | 86 |
| Last Updated | 26-Oct, 2026 |
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Free DCPLA Practice Questions
Explore 5 free practice questions for the DSCI DCPLA exam and review the answers and explanations to support your preparation.
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Question 1
Multiple answersWith respect to privacy governance, which of the following statements are correct? (Tick all that apply)
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Option A:Correct
Privacy governance defines the specifications for privacy operations performed on data processed through computer resource only
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Option B:Correct
Privacy governance provides privacy strategy and direction, and takes decisions on key privacy issues
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Option C:Correct
Privacy governance addresses day-to-day privacy incidents with processes established by privacy policies and procedures
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Option D:Correct
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Correct Answer: B, C, D
Explanation
Privacy governance is about setting direction and defining roles and responsibilities across the organization for managing personal data. It:
B: Defines strategy and takes decisions on privacy-related matters
C: Enables execution of policies to handle operational privacy incidents
D: Ensures that privacy accountability is not overlooked
Option A is incorrect because governance is not limited to computer resources—it spans all organizational functions involving personal data processing .
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Question 2
Single answerWhich of the following is not in line with the modern definition of Consent?
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Option A:Correct
Consent is taken by clear and affirmative action
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Option B:Correct
Consenting individual should have the ability to withdraw consent
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Option C:Correct
Consent should be bundled in nature
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Option D:Correct
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation
The modern definition of consent, as defined under the DSCI Privacy Framework and GDPR, includes the following criteria:
It must be freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous
It must be indicated by a clear affirmative action
Individuals must be able to withdraw consent at any time
It must not be bundled or forced (e.g., acceptance of multiple processing purposes without choice)
Bundled consent—where the individual must consent to multiple unrelated data processing purposes together—is not aligned with the requirement of specific and informed consent. Hence, Option C is incorrect.
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Question 3
Single answerArrange the following techniques in decreasing order of the risk of re-identification:
I) Pseudonymization
II) De-identification
III) Anonymization
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Option A:Correct
I, II
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Option B:Correct
III, II, I
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Option C:Correct
II, III, I
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Option D:Correct
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation
According to the DSCI Assessment Framework for Privacy (DAF-P©), the techniques for reducing identifiability differ in their effectiveness:
Pseudonymization replaces identifiable fields within a data record with artificial identifiers. However, if additional information (mapping or lookup tables) exists, re-identification is possible.
De-identification removes or masks identifiers, but residual or quasi-identifiers may still allow re-identification under certain conditions.
Anonymization aims to irreversibly remove any link between the data and the identity of the subject, thus presenting the least risk of re-identification.
Therefore, when arranged in decreasing order of re-identification risk:
Pseudonymization (highest risk)
De-identification
Anonymization (lowest risk)
This validates option A. I, II as correct.
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Question 4
Single answerEntities should collect personal information from user that is adequate, relevant and limited to what is necessary in relation to the purposes for which they are processed. This Privacy Principle is called:
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Option A:Correct
Collection Limitation
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Option B:Correct
Use Limitation
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Option C:Correct
Accountability
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Option D:Correct
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation
According to the DSCI Privacy Framework and aligned with global privacy principles such as those found in the OECD and APEC frameworks, “Collection Limitation” emphasizes that personal data should be collected in a manner that is lawful and fair, and should be limited to what is necessary for the identified purposes.
As per DSCI Assessment Framework for Privacy (DAF-P©), this principle ensures organizations collect only relevant data by minimizing unnecessary data acquisition, thereby reducing the privacy risks. The principle mandates:
" Personal data collected should be adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary in relation to the purposes for which they are processed. "
This is designed to promote responsible data stewardship and ensure minimal exposure of individuals’ personal information.
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Question 5
Single answer‘Map the legal and compliance requirements to each data element that an organization is dealing with in all of its business processes, enterprise and operational functions, and client relationships.’ This an imperative of which DPF practice area?
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Option A:Correct
Visibility over Personal Information (VPI)
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Option B:Correct
Privacy Organization and Relationship (POR)
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Option C:Correct
Regulatory Compliance Intelligence (RCI)
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Option D:Correct
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation
The DPF’s “Regulatory Compliance Intelligence (RCI)” practice area is focused on identifying and mapping applicable legal and compliance requirements to the specific data elements across business processes. This enables organizations to operationalize compliance obligations by linking them directly with the data they manage.
RCI helps ensure that every data flow or processing activity has a mapped legal basis and complies with jurisdictional requirements.
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