Indian RTI Act Timelines Quiz
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Who has the burden of proving that the denial of Information was justified?

  • First Appellate Authority
  • Applicant
  • PIO (correct)
  • Third Party

    • What is the timeline for filing a Third Party appeal against PIO's decision?

  • Within 15 days of the decision
  • Within 120 days of the decision
  • Within 90 days of the decision (correct)
  • Within 60 days of the decision

    • How long does the First Appellate Authority have to dispose of the First Appeal?

  • 45 days
  • 30 days (correct)
  • 60 days
  • 15 days

    • When should Second Appeal be made to the Central Information Commission or State Information Commission?

    <p>Within 90 days of PIO's decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the information is covered by exemption from disclosure, what could be a ground for rejection?

    <p>Copyright infringement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeline for filing a First Appeal to the officer senior in rank to the PIO?

    <p>Within 30 days from receipt of decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeline to provide information concerning the life and liberty of a person?

    <p>48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an application for information is given to the Assistant Public Information Officer, how many days are added to the response time?

    <p>5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if information is not provided within the specified period?

    <p>Deemed refusal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the power to impose a penalty for failing to provide information?

    <p>Information Commission at both Centre and State levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In case the interests of a third party are involved, what is the maximum time limit to provide information?

    <p>40 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can an erring PIO face disciplinary action?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time limit to receive information if the application is regarding the life and liberty of a person?

    <p>48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the application for information is given to the Assistant Public Information Officer, how many days will be added to the response time?

    <p>5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence if information is not provided within the specified period?

    <p>Deemed refusal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances would the time limit to provide information be 40 days?

    <p>Third party interests involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is exempt from paying any fees for obtaining information?

    <p>Individuals living below the poverty line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When further fees are required beyond the application fees, what should the PIO do?

    <p>Intimate in writing with calculation details</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the penalty for an Assistant Public Information Officer (APIO) if they delay in releasing information without reasonable cause?

    <p>Rs. 250 per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can lead to the penalty of Rs. 25,000 for a Public Information Officer (PIO)?

    <p>Providing incorrect information intentionally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances does the concept of 'deemed PIO' apply?

    <p>When the PIO fails to respond within the specified period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of obstructing the furnishing of information as a PIO?

    <p>Recommendation for disciplinary action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If there is a delay in providing information concerning the life and liberty of a person without reasonable cause, how many days would be added to the response time?

    <p>5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Assistant Public Information Officer (APIO) in the RTI process?

    <p>Collect sought information from custodians of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What category of information is exempted from disclosure under the RTI Act?

    <p>Information that endangers National security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specified time limit for the Public Information Officer (PIO) to process and dispose of an application?

    <p>30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can even exempted information be disclosed under the RTI Act?

    <p>If public interest outweighs the secrecy benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can an applicant find the RTI software to file requests online?

    <p><a href="https://rtionline.gov.in">https://rtionline.gov.in</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum time limit for filing a Second Appeal to the Central Information Commission or State Information Commission?

    <p>90 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an applicant is asked for additional fees beyond the initial application fees, what should the PIO do?

    <p>Ask the applicant to pay the additional fees before providing the information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the burden of proving that the denial of information was justified?

    <p>PIO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeline for filing a Third Party appeal against the PIO's decision?

    <p>30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances would an erring PIO face disciplinary action?

    <p>Refusing to provide information without valid reasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fee for inspection of documents after the first hour under the RTI Act?

    <p>Rs. 5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can a RTI applicant seek review from if they are unhappy with the fees charged by the PIO?

    <p>Second Appellate Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When applying for information under the RTI Act, how much does an applicant have to pay per page for information provided by Central Government Departments?

    <p>Rs. 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following entities is exempt from paying any fees for obtaining information under the RTI Act?

    <p>Applicant seeking personal information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an applicant submits an RTI application to the Assistant Public Information Officer (APIO), how many days are added to the response time?

    <p>14 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time limit to receive information if the application is regarding the life and liberty of a person?

    <p>48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the PIO do if further fees are required beyond the application fees?

    <p>Intimate in writing with calculation details</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an applicant seeks review of the decision on fees charged by the PIO, to whom should they apply?

    <p>First Appellate Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum time limit for providing information if the interests of a third party are involved?

    <p>40 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the RTI process, how many days are added to the response time if the application for information is given to the Assistant Public Information Officer?

    <p>5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What details should be included in a decision made by a Public Information Officer (PIO) regarding non-disclosure of information?

    <p>Details of fees, rights to review, and form of access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must the PIO inform if information is supplied by a third party or treated as confidential by that third party?

    <p>The third party within 5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of an Assistant Public Information Officer (APIO) in the RTI process?

    <p>Receive applications for information and forward to PIO within 5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what circumstances would a request for information be exempt from disclosure under RTI?

    <p>When it involves national security or third-party confidentiality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Application Procedure for requesting information under RTI in terms of processing time?

    <p>Within 5 days of submitting the application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What penalty can a PIO face for delaying information release without reasonable cause?

    <p>Fine of Rs. 250 per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation could an APIO be directed to be appointed?

    <p>If there is no existing PIO/APIO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a PIO destroying information that has been requested?

    <p>A penalty imposed by the Information Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the power to impose penalties on a PIO for non-compliance with RTI laws?

    <p>The Information Commission at Centre and State levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum fine a PIO can face for knowingly giving incomplete, incorrect, misleading information?

    <p>Rs. 25,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances could a PIO require compensation for loss or detriment suffered by the applicant?

    <p>If the applicant faces any loss or detriment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What power does an Information Commission have in relation to penalty provisions in RTI laws?

    <p>To impose penalties on Public Authorities and PIOs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a PIO malafidely denies information, what consequences could they face?

    <p>$25,000 maximum fine per instance of denial</p> Signup and view all the answers

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