THE RIGHT TO INFORMATION ACT 2005
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What is the full name and year of the legislation commonly known as RTI?
The Right to Information Act, 2005. It came into force on 12 October 2005.
Under the RTI Act 2005, what is the time limit for providing information when it concerns the life or liberty of a person?
Information must be provided within 48 hours.
Which constitutional provisions form the basis for the Right to Information Act 2005?
Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech and expression, is the constitutional basis; the right to information is held to be an integral part of this freedom.
Which Section of the RTI Act 2005 defines 'Public Authority'?
Section 2(h) defines Public Authority under RTI.
What is the primary objective of the Right to Information Act 2005?
To empower citizens to secure access to information under the control of public authorities, promote transparency and accountability in the working of every public authority.
What is the minimum number of years of experience required for a person to be appointed as Central Information Commissioner?
No minimum experience is prescribed; eminence in public life required.
Who is a 'Public Information Officer' (PIO) under the RTI Act 2005?
A PIO is an officer designated by a public authority to receive and process RTI applications and provide information to applicants within the stipulated time.
Under RTI Act 2005, what is the additional fee charged per page for providing information in A4 or A3 size paper?
Rupees two per page is charged for A4/A3 size paper.
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