The question (15 marks)
Discuss the object and salient features of the Right to Information Act 2005, and the grounds on which information may be refused. (15 marks)
MU Module IV, head 4.4; pack ch. 04; case brief 20.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 4 · Public Corporations, Grievance Redressal and Information of Administrative Law.
Authorities you will need
- Right to Information Act 2005, sections 3, 4, 8(1), 8(2), 10 and 22
- Secretary General
- Constitution of India, Article 19(1)(a)
- Right to Information Act 2005, the appeal and penalty provisions
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