SHORT ANSWER:
The Right to Information Act, 2005 allows citizens to request information from public authorities to promote transparency.
DETAILS:
- Citizens can request information from any public authority.
- Public authorities are required to respond within 30 days.
- Information must be provided unless it falls under certain exemptions.
- There are provisions for penalties if information is not provided.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Penalties can be imposed on officials for not providing information or for providing false information.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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