Right to Information Act: Key Sections

Which section of the Right to Information Act, 2005, outlines the obligations of public authorities regarding transparency and information dissemination?

An individual seeks information under the RTI Act, 2005. Which section specifies the procedure they must follow to obtain this information from a Public Information Officer (PIO)?

A government department denies a request for information, citing confidentiality. Which section of the Right to Information Act, 2005, allows for exemption from disclosing certain information?

A PIO receives a request concerning information held by a third party. Which section of the Right to Information Act, 2005, outlines the procedure for dealing with such information?

As per the Right to Information Act, 2005, which section establishes the framework for constituting the Central Information Commission (CIC), the apex body for hearing appeals?

Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, what section deals with the establishment and composition of the State Information Commission (SIC)?

An applicant is unsatisfied with the response from the PIO. According to the RTI Act, 2005, which section describes the process for filing an appeal against the PIO's decision?

A Public Information Officer (PIO) fails to provide information within the statutory time frame. As per the Right to Information Act, 2005, which section specifies the penalties that can be imposed on the PIO?

Which section of the Right to Information Act, 2005, addresses the concept of 'good faith' protection for actions taken by officials under this Act?

The Right to Information Act, 2005 has an overriding effect on other laws. Which section establishes this principle?

Section 9 of the Right to Information Act, 2005, allows a PIO to reject a request under specific cicrumstances. Which of the following circumstances aligns with such rejections?

As per the RTI Act, 2005, the severability clause ensures that even if part of the requested information is exempt from disclosure, the rest can still be provided. Which section deals with this?

The Right to Information Act, 2005, came into force on which of the following dates, marking a significant milestone in promoting transparency and accountability?

What is the standard tenure for the Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) under the Right to Information Act, 2005, reflecting the term length designed to ensure stability and independence in the role?

Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, what is the prescribed time limit for a Public Information Officer (PIO) to furnish the requested information to an applicant, ensuring timely access to information?

If an RTI application pertains to information concerning the life or liberty of a person, within what expedited timeframe must the Public Information Officer (PIO) provide the information?

What is the maximum penalty that can be imposed on a Public Information Officer (PIO) under the RTI Act, 2005, for failing to provide information or for providing incorrect or misleading information?

According to the Right to Information Act, 2005, what is the daily penalty rate that can be levied on a Public Information Officer (PIO) who delays providing information beyond the stipulated time frame?

Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, what is the timeframe within which a Public Information Officer (PIO) must transfer an RTI application to another public authority if the subject matter of the application pertains to that other authority?

In cases where a third party is involved in the information requested under the RTI Act, 2005, what is the time limit granted to the third party to present their case or objections to the Public Information Officer (PIO) regarding the disclosure of such information?

According to the Right to Information Act, 2005, what is the time limit for the first appellate authority to issue an order on an appeal filed under the Act, ensuring a swift resolution process?

Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, if an applicant is not satisfied with the decision of the first appellate authority, within what period can they file a second appeal before the Central Information Commission (CIC) or the State Information Commission (SIC)?

When a Public Information Officer (PIO) receives an RTI application that involves a third party, what is the extended time limit for the PIO to provide the information, considering the need for third-party consultation?

As per the RTI Act, 2005, what is the time frame within which an applicant can submit the first appeal from either the receipt of the PIO's response or from the date when the response should have been received, if no response was provided?

How long does the first appellate authority have to pass an order on the appeal if reasons for the delay are provided?

What is the stipulated timeframe, according to the RTI Act, 2005, for issuing a notice to a third party after receiving an RTI application that involves information related to them, facilitating their right to be heard?

If an RTI application is filed through an Assistant Public Information Officer (APIO), what is the overall time limit for the PIO to provide the information to the applicant, factoring in the additional time for processing?

What is the mandatory timeframe for the PIO to furnish information if the application is forwarded to another public authority for compliance?

As per the RTI Act, 2005, what is the prescribed timeline for the PIO to disseminate information is the application in question requires a consult from a third property and subsequently is rejected?

What is the time limit, according to the RTI Act, 2005, for the first appellate authority to decide on an appeal if no reasons for delay are given in writing?

If a public authority, upon receiving an RTI application, realizes it’s not the custodian of the requested information, how much time does it have to transfer the application to the appropriate authority?

As stated per the RTI Act, how many days does a POI have to furnish information is the data sought affects or relates to allegations of human rights violations?

If an application concerns allegations of corruption from excluded organizations per the RTI Act, what is the turnaround time?

If a PIO recieves an RTI and its not the POI who has the data - instead, it gets transferred to the correct authority, what is the timeline for the reply to be issued?

According to the rules, if a public authority is NOT the data custodian for some RTI inquiry, plus there is a third party envolved, what is to timeline for the POI to reply?

When an RTI inquiry needs the POI to direct the inquiry to another authority, plus there is a question of life or human liberty envolved, what is the timeline?