Question

The day on which Right to Information Act came into force on is?

• A. 12th October 2005
• B. 15th August 2005
• C. 10th January 2005
• D. 26th January 2005

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 12th October 2005

The Right to Information Act, 2005

• The Right to Information Act (RTI Act) is a landmark legislation in India that empowers citizens to access information held by public authorities.
• This act came into force on 12th October 2005. This date is significant as it marks the effective implementation of citizens' right to know.
• The RTI Act was enacted by the Parliament of India under the authority derived from Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution of India, which guarantees freedom of speech and expression, including the right to information.
• The Act mandates that every public authority must, within one hundred and twenty days of the commencement of this Act, furnish to the Central Government or State Government the particulars of such officers, employees and other persons, as may be designated to provide information.
• Key objectives of the RTI Act include:
  • Promoting transparency and accountability in the working of every public authority.
  • Ensuring that citizens have access to information held by public bodies, thereby enabling informed participation in democratic processes.
  • Combating corruption by making government actions more open to scrutiny.
• The Act applies to all State and Central government bodies, including various departments, ministries, and agencies.
• It allows any citizen to request information from a public authority by making a written or electronic request, accompanied by a nominal fee.
• The Act also establishes a robust mechanism for appeals if an applicant is dissatisfied with the information provided or if their request is denied.
• The Central Information Commission (CIC) and State Information Commissions (SICs) are independent bodies established under the Act to oversee its implementation and adjudicate appeals.