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What is the title of the Act mentioned in the text?

Freedom of Information Act, 2005

Right to Information Act, 2010 (correct)

Information Disclosure Act, 2015

Right to Transparency Act, 2005

When do the provisions of sections 12, 13, 15, 16, 24, 27, and 28 of the Act come into force?

After six months of enactment

Immediately upon enactment (correct)

After one year of enactment

After 120 days of enactment

What does 'appropriate Government' refer to in the context of this Act?

Central Government

Local municipality

State Government (correct)

Foreign Government

Who does the term 'Central Information Commission' refer to?

Government officials overseeing information requests Signup and view all the answers

When do the remaining provisions of the Act come into force?

After 120 days of enactment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Right to Information Act, 2005?

To promote transparency and accountability in public authorities. Signup and view all the answers

Who are the Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioner appointed by?

Central Government Signup and view all the answers

Why is transparency of information important in a democracy?

To enable accountability of the government to its citizens. Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential conflict mentioned regarding the revelation of information?

Conflict with efficient operations of the government. Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason given in the text for the need to harmonise conflicting interests?

To preserve confidentiality of sensitive information. Signup and view all the answers

Which ideal is considered paramount according to the Right to Information Act, 2005?

Democracy Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to provide certain information to citizens under the Act?

To promote transparency and ensure informed citizenry. Signup and view all the answers