SHORT ANSWER:
Public officials who fail to comply with the RTI Act may face penalties.
DETAILS:
- The Right to Information Act, 2005 provides for penalties against public officials for not providing information.
- The penalty can be imposed by the State Information Commission or Central Information Commission.
- The penalty can be up to ₹25,000.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If a public authority fails to comply, the officer may be fined.
- The officer may also be held liable for any delay or refusal to provide information.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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