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Special Category Personal Data, also known as sensitive personal data, refers to specific types of personal information that are considered particularly sensitive and thus, require additional protection under data protection regulations. This category typically includes information that, if disclosed or mishandled, could result in significant harm or discrimination to the individual. Organizations handling such data …