Question:UnderGDPR, the controller must demonstrate thatdata subjects have consentedto the processing of their personal data,...

UnderArticle 7(1) of GDPR, controllers must be able todemonstrate that the data subject has given consent. TheDPO advises on ensuring these procedures are in placebutdoes not collect or approve consent directly.

Option B is correctbecausethe DPO must verify that consent records exist and meet GDPR standards.

Option A is incorrectbecauseinforming data subjects about withdrawal rights is the controller’s duty, not the DPO’s.

Option C is incorrectbecausethe DPO does not personally maintain consent logs.

Option D is incorrectbecauseDPOs do not approve legal bases for processing—this is the controller’s responsibility.

References:

GDPR Article 7(1)(Controller must demonstrate valid consent)

GDPR Article 39(1)(b)(DPO ensures compliance with data protection obligations)