SHORT ANSWER:
The State Information Commission oversees RTI requests related to state governors within their respective states, while the Central Information Commission handles requests at the national level.
DETAILS:
- The State Information Commission is responsible for implementing the Right to Information Act at the state level.
- It addresses appeals and complaints regarding RTI requests concerning state public authorities, including the governor's office.
- The Central Information Commission deals with RTI requests related to central public authorities and can address issues involving the President and central government officials.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Non-compliance with RTI requests can lead to penalties for public authorities as per the RTI Act.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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