SHORT ANSWER:
Public authorities can face penalties for non-compliance with the RTI Act.
DETAILS:
- The RTI Act, 2005 provides for penalties against Public Information Officers (PIOs) for failing to provide information or for providing false information.
- Penalties can be imposed by the State Information Commission or Central Information Commission.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- A fine of up to ₹25,000 can be imposed on the PIO.
- The PIO may also face disciplinary action if found guilty of willful denial of information.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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