SHORT ANSWER:
You can appeal against the rejection of an RTI request on specific grounds such as non-disclosure of information, failure to provide a response, or incorrect application of exemptions.
DETAILS:
- Grounds include denial of information, failure to respond within the stipulated time, or citing incorrect exemptions under the RTI Act.
- The appeal must be filed with the designated appellate authority within 30 days of receiving the rejection.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the appeal is upheld, the information must be provided to the applicant.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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