SHORT ANSWER:
The State Information Commission and Central Information Commission prioritize citizens' rights to information when it pertains to public interest and transparency.
DETAILS:
- The Right to Information Act, 2005 empowers citizens to request information from public authorities.
- The commissions have ruled that transparency is essential for accountability, even against claims of confidentiality by state governors.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Non-compliance with RTI requests can lead to penalties for public officials.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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