SHORT ANSWER:
The Right to Information Act, 2005 empowers citizens to request information from public authorities.
DETAILS:
- Citizens can request information from any public authority.
- Public authorities are required to respond within 30 days.
- Information must be provided in the format requested, if possible.
- Certain information is exempt from disclosure for reasons of national security, privacy, etc.
- There is a provision for penalties against officials for not providing information.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Penalties can include fines for officials who fail to comply with the Act.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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