Document background
In today's digital business environment, maintaining proper audit logs is crucial for regulatory compliance, security monitoring, and operational transparency. The Audit Log Retention Policy is designed to provide organizations operating in India with a structured approach to managing audit logs in accordance with local laws and regulations. This document becomes essential when organizations need to establish standardized procedures for retaining audit trails of system activities, financial transactions, security events, and other critical operations. It addresses requirements set forth by Indian legislation including the IT Act, Companies Act, and various regulatory bodies, while also incorporating industry best practices. The policy is particularly important given India's evolving digital landscape and increasing focus on data protection and corporate governance.
