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Right to Information Act (RTI)

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.

Practice Questions

Who is responsible for the selection of the judges of the Supreme Court?

राष्ट्रपति की अनुपस्थिति में संसद में किस सत्र को आयोजित किया जाता है?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian federal system?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the official language of the Union?

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने संसद में महिलाओं के आरक्षण का प्रस्ताव रखा?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of interests of minorities?

Who can remove the President of India from office?

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया में राज्यसभाओं का समर्थन कितने प्रतिशत से अधिक होना चाहिए?