SHORT ANSWER:
Yes, public authorities may face penalties for not responding within the stipulated time under the Right to Information Act, 2005.
DETAILS:
- The Right to Information Act mandates a response within 30 days.
- If the authority fails to respond, it can be penalized by the Central Information Commission or State Information Commission.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- A penalty of up to ₹25,000 can be imposed on the Public Information Officer (PIO) for not providing information.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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