SHORT ANSWER:
State Information Commissions handle complaints and appeals related to the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
DETAILS:
- They receive appeals from individuals who are unsatisfied with the responses from public authorities.
- They conduct hearings and may summon witnesses or require documents.
- They issue orders to public authorities regarding compliance with the RTI Act.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Non-compliance with the orders of the State Information Commission can lead to penalties for the public authority.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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