SHORT ANSWER:
State Information Commissions ensure transparency and accountability through the Right to Information Act, 2005.
DETAILS:
- They oversee the implementation of the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
- They handle appeals and complaints regarding information requests.
- They promote awareness about the RTI Act among citizens.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Public authorities failing to provide information can face penalties.
- Officials can be fined for not complying with RTI requests.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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