RTI Act 2005: Key Provisions and Exemptions

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What is the main objective of the Right to Information Act, 2005?

  • To promote efficiency and effectiveness in government
  • To provide services in a citizen-friendly manner
  • To ensure transparency and accountability in government (correct)
  • To strengthen democracy and promote public trust

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the need for the Right to Information Act, 2005?

  • Lack of accountability
  • Over-decentralization in decision making (correct)
  • Cumbersome processes and procedures
  • Favoritism

Who is the author of the quote 'If you don't ask, you don't get'?

  • Aristotle
  • Dr. K.B. Rai
  • Barack Obama
  • Mahatma Gandhi (correct)

What is the title of the blog where RTI articles can be found?

<p>Jansahayak.blogspot.com (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the YouTube channel where RTI videos can be found?

<p>RTI Sahayak (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the Right to Information Act passed?

<p>2005 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the exemption in the application of RTI Act in Jammu and Kashmir?

<p>Only issues concerning the J&amp;K State Government and its bodies are not covered (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommendation of the 2nd Administrative Reforms Commission regarding RTI training?

<p>All officers and employees including Group D staff should be given exposure about RTI provisions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the RTI Act 2005?

<p>To set out a practical regime to secure access to information under the control of public authority (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT covered under the RTI Act 2005?

<p>Private companies not receiving government funding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of the RTI Act 2005 on the democratic process?

<p>To improve the democratic process by giving greater access to information about the workings of government and public bodies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effective date of the RTI Act 2005?

<p>12th October, 2005 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can an RTI application be filed?

<p>Either in the concerned organisation or through online portals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fee for each additional page of information provided in response to an RTI application?

<p>Rs 2 per page (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does a public authority have to respond to an RTI application?

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

In which cases is information to be provided within 48 hours?

<p>Life or liberty cases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is exempt from paying the application fee under the RTI Act?

<p>Citizens below the poverty line (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can the fee for an RTI application be paid?

<p>By demand draft, banker's cheque, or postal order (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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