SHORT ANSWER:
An individual can file an appeal to the First Appellate Authority if their request under the Right to Information Act is denied.
DETAILS:
- The appeal must be filed within 30 days from the date of receiving the denial.
- The appeal should be addressed to the First Appellate Authority of the concerned public authority.
- The individual must provide details of the RTI application and the reasons for the denial.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for filing an appeal; however, failure to comply with the RTI Act can lead to penalties for the public authority.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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