SHORT ANSWER:
The penalties for not complying with RTI requests can include fines and disciplinary action against the public information officer.
DETAILS:
- Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, if a public information officer fails to provide information, they can be fined up to ₹25,000.
- The penalty can be imposed for reasons such as refusing to receive an application, not providing information within the stipulated time, or providing false information.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- The fine is deducted from the salary of the public information officer.
- Disciplinary action may also be taken against the officer.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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