Jurisprudence Right To Information Act.pdf

Jurisprudence Right To Information Act.

1. Right To Information Act
Presented By
Mr. Sushil V. Kumbhare
1
ANURAG COLLEGE OF PHARMACY, WARTHI, BHANDARA
FIFTH SEMESTER BACHELOR OF PHARMACY

2. ❑Introduction to the Right to Information Act
1.TheRighttoInformation(RTI)ActwasenactedinIndiain2005.
2.Itempowerscitizenstorequestinformationfrompublicauthorities.
3.Theactaimstopromotetransparencyandaccountabilityingovernance.

3. ❑Historical Context
A.The RTI Act is rooted in the global movement for transparency and
accountability.
B.Several states in India had already enacted similar laws before 2005.
C.The act was inspired by international treaties and conventions promoting
human rights.

4. ❑Key Features of the RTI Act
A.Theactmandatestimelyresponsestocitizenrequestsforinformation.
B.Itestablishesaframeworkforthedisclosureofinformationbypublic
authorities.
C.Theactprovidespenaltiesforofficialswhofailtocomplywithits
provisions.

5. ❑Scope of the Act
A.The RTI Act covers all levels of government and public authorities in India.
B.It applies to both central and state governments, as well as local bodies.
C.Private bodies that receive substantial government funding are also
included.

6. ❑Process for Filing an RTI Application
A.Citizensmustsubmittheirapplicationsinwriting,eitheronlineoroffline.
B.ThereisnofeeforfilinganRTIrequest,althoughsomecostsmayapplyfor
information.
C.Thepublicauthoritymustrespondwithin30daysofreceivingtherequest.

7. ❑Exemptions Under the Act
A.Certain information is exempt from disclosure to protect national security.
B.Personal information that may infringe on privacy rights is also exempt.
C.The act includes provisions to prevent the disclosure of information
affecting law enforcement.

8. ❑Role of Information Commissions
A.TheCentralandStateInformationCommissionsoverseethe
implementationoftheRTIAct.
B.TheyhandleappealsandcomplaintsrelatedtoRTIrequests.
C.Thesecommissionshavetheauthoritytoimposepenaltiesondefaulting
officials.

9. ❑Impact on Governance
A.The RTI Act has led to greater transparency in government operations.
B.It has empowered citizens to hold public officials accountable for their
actions.
C.The act has facilitated a culture of openness and reduced corruption in
public offices.

10. ❑Challenges and Limitations
A.Despiteitssuccesses,theRTIActfaceschallengessuchasbureaucratic
resistance.
B.Thereareconcernsaboutmisuseoftheactbysomeindividualsfor
personalvendettas.
C.Limitedawarenessamongcitizensabouttheirrightsundertheactremains
ahurdle.

11. ❑Futureof the RTI Act
A.Ongoing advocacy is necessary to strengthen and safeguard the RTI
framework.
B.There is a need for continuous public education about the act's provisions.
C.Future amendments may be required to address emerging challenges and
enhance effectiveness.

12. Thank You