SHORT ANSWER:
You can seek compensation under the Right to Information Act, 2005 for harassment or losses due to unjust denial of an RTI request.
DETAILS:
- Section 19(8) of the RTI Act allows for the imposition of penalties on officials for not complying with the Act.
- You can file an appeal to the Central or State Information Commission if your RTI request is denied.
- The Commission can order compensation for any loss or detriment suffered.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Officials may face a penalty of up to ₹25,000 for failure to provide information without reasonable cause.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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