SHORT ANSWER:
The key objectives of the RTI Act in India are to promote transparency and accountability in the functioning of public authorities.
DETAILS:
- Empower citizens to seek information from public authorities.
- Ensure timely response to citizen requests for information.
- Promote openness in government functioning.
- Reduce corruption by making government actions more transparent.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Penalties for public information officers for failing to provide information within the stipulated time.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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