SHORT ANSWER:
The Right to Information Act, 2005 facilitates transparency in Panchayati Raj Institutions and municipal bodies by allowing citizens to request information regarding their functioning.
DETAILS:
- Section 2(h) defines "public authority" to include Panchayati Raj Institutions and municipal bodies.
- Section 4 mandates proactive disclosure of information by public authorities, including details about their structure, functions, and decision-making processes.
- Section 6 allows any citizen to request information from these bodies, promoting accountability.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Failure to provide information can lead to penalties for the Public Information Officer under Section 20 of the RTI Act.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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