SHORT ANSWER:
The appeal resolution process under India's Right to Information Act allows for appeals against the decisions of Public Information Officers (PIOs) to be made to higher authorities.
DETAILS:
- An applicant can file an appeal to the first appellate authority within 30 days of receiving a response from the PIO.
- If unsatisfied with the first appeal decision, a second appeal can be made to the Central or State Information Commission within 90 days.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Failure to provide information can lead to penalties for the PIO under Section 20 of the RTI Act.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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