SHORT ANSWER:
The State Information Commission handles RTI appeals related to state governors, while the Central Information Commission deals with appeals concerning central government officials.
DETAILS:
- The State Information Commission is responsible for implementing the Right to Information Act at the state level, including matters related to state governors.
- The Central Information Commission oversees RTI requests and appeals involving central government entities and officials.
- Citizens can appeal to the respective commission based on the level of government involved in their RTI request.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a public authority fails to provide information, they may face penalties as prescribed under the RTI Act.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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