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SHORT ANSWER: The Right to Information (RTI) Act has improved citizen participation in decision-making by allowing access to information about the functioning of Panchayati Raj institutions and municipal bodies. DETAILS: - Citizens can request information from public authorities, promoting transparency. - Increased accountability of local bodies as they are required to provide information. - Encourages informed participation of citizens in local governance. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Penalties for officials who fail to provide information or obstruct the RTI process. SOURCE: - Right to Information Act, 2005
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