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Under which section of the act are the duties and responsibilities of government bodies outlined?
Under which section of the act are the duties and responsibilities of government bodies outlined?
- Section 4 (correct)
- Section 12
- Section 8
- Section 18
If a public information officer fails to provide information within the stipulated time frame, which section empowers the imposition of penalties?
If a public information officer fails to provide information within the stipulated time frame, which section empowers the imposition of penalties?
- Section 20 (correct)
- Section 19
- Section 11
- Section 8
A request for information involves data held by a third party. Which section of the Act specifies the procedure to be followed in such cases?
A request for information involves data held by a third party. Which section of the Act specifies the procedure to be followed in such cases?
- Section 15
- Section 22
- Section 5
- Section 11 (correct)
What recourse does an individual have if their request for information is denied, and which section of the act establishes this process?
What recourse does an individual have if their request for information is denied, and which section of the act establishes this process?
Under what circumstances can public authorities reject a request for information, and which section provides this guidance?
Under what circumstances can public authorities reject a request for information, and which section provides this guidance?
Flashcards
Obligations of Public Authorities
Obligations of Public Authorities
Government entities must fulfill certain duties under the RTI Act.
Public Information Officers
Public Information Officers
These officers are designated to receive and process RTI requests.
Procedure for Requesting Information
Procedure for Requesting Information
The Act specifies a standard process for requesting information.
Time Limit for Providing Information
Time Limit for Providing Information
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Exemption for Certain Organizations
Exemption for Certain Organizations
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Study Notes
- Public authorities' obligations are outlined.
- Public Information Officers are appointed.
- The procedure for requesting information is defined.
- There is a time limit for providing information.
- Exemptions exist for disclosing certain information.
- Requests can be rejected under certain grounds.
- Information can be severed.
- Third-party information handling rules are in place.
- The Central Information Commission's constitution is described.
- The State Information Commission's constitution is described.
- Information Commissions' powers and functions are outlined.
- An appeal process exists.
- Public Information Officers face penalties.
- Actions taken in good faith are protected.
- The Act has an overriding effect.
- Certain organizations are exempt.
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Description
This material covers key aspects of the Right to Information Act, including the obligations of public authorities, appointment of Public Information Officers, and procedures for requesting information. It further explains exemptions, rejection grounds, third-party information handling, and the structure and powers of the Information Commissions.
