SHORT ANSWER:
An individual can appeal against the rejection of their RTI request by filing a first appeal with the designated appellate authority.
DETAILS:
- The first appeal must be filed within 30 days of receiving the rejection notice.
- The appeal should be addressed to the officer senior to the Public Information Officer (PIO) who rejected the request.
- The individual must provide reasons for the appeal and any supporting documents.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for filing an appeal, but failure to comply with RTI provisions by the PIO can lead to penalties.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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