Subject: Polity
Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth
Enacted in 2005, it empowers citizens to request information from public authorities, enhancing transparency and accountability. Public bodies must respond within a stipulated time (usually 30 days), barring information affecting national security or privacy. The Central and State Information Commissions adjudicate appeals and penalties. RTI catalyzed citizen activism against corruption, unveiling official records and decision-making processes. Critics highlight misuse or information overload burdening bureaucracy. Yet, RTI remains crucial for participatory democracy and ensuring the government remains answerable. Its success depends on awareness, robust record-keeping, and the autonomy of Information Commissions in enforcing compliance.
Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Parliament?
View QuestionWhich article of the Indian Constitution deals with the official language of the Union?
View Questionसंविधान संशोधन के लिए मतदान कितनी बार किया जाता है?
View QuestionWhat is the minimum age required to become the President of India?
View QuestionWho has the authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha?
View Questionराज्यों के बीच मतभेदों का समाधान किस प्रावधान के तहत किया जाता है?
View Questionसंघीय ढांचे में केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्ति का विभाजन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?
View Questionविधेयक प्रस्तुत करने का अधिकार संसद के किस सदन के सदस्यों को है?
View QuestionWhich of the following provisions of the Indian Constitution is related to the financial emergency?
View QuestionWhat is the maximum number of members in the Rajya Sabha?
View Question