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SHORT ANSWER: Citizens can appeal against a decision made by the Public Information Officer (PIO) regarding their RTI request to the State Information Commission. DETAILS: - If a citizen is not satisfied with the PIO's response, they can file a first appeal to the designated officer within the same department. - If still unsatisfied, they can file a second appeal to the State Information Commission. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - There are no specific punishments for the appeal process itself, but failure to comply with RTI provisions by PIOs can lead to penalties. SOURCE: - Right to Information Act, 2005
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