SHORT ANSWER:
The Right to Information Act has specific exceptions where information may not be disclosed.
DETAILS:
- Information affecting national security, sovereignty, and integrity of India.
- Personal information that has no relation to public activity or interest.
- Information received in confidence from foreign governments.
- Information that would impede the process of investigation or apprehension of offenders.
- Cabinet papers and records of deliberations.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Denial of information can lead to penalties for public authorities if not justified under the exceptions.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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