21 A PPB RIGHT TO INFORMATION ACT 2005
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What is the primary objective of the Right to Information Act, 2005?
The RTI Act, 2005 aims to promote transparency and accountability in the working of every public authority by empowering citizens to seek information held by or under the control of public authorities.
What is the maximum penalty imposed on a PIO per day for delay in furnishing information under RTI Act?
Rs. 250 per day, up to maximum Rs. 25,000.
From which date did the Right to Information Act, 2005 come into full force?
The RTI Act came into full force on 12th October 2005, though some sections (like those relating to appointment of PIOs) came into force on 15th June 2005 itself.
Under RTI Act, within how many days must information be provided if it concerns life and liberty?
Within 48 hours of receipt of application.
What does the term 'information' mean under the RTI Act, 2005?
'Information' under RTI means any material in any form, including records, documents, memos, e-mails, opinions, advices, press releases, circulars, orders, log books, contracts, reports, papers, samples, models, data material held in electronic form, and information relating to any private body accessible by a public authority under any law.
What is the full form of CPIO under the RTI Act, 2005?
Central Public Information Officer.
Who is a Public Information Officer (PIO) under the RTI Act?
A Public Information Officer (PIO) is an officer designated by each public authority to receive and process RTI applications, provide the requested information, and communicate the decision to the applicant within the stipulated time frame.
How many members can the Central Information Commission have at maximum under RTI Act?
One Chief and up to ten Information Commissioners.
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