GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

RTI ACT 2005

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Consider the following statements about the right to information (RTI) Act, 2005 and select one which is not provided for or specially exempted
A
It is not applicable in the state ofJammuand Kashmir
B
An applicant making request for information will have to give reasons for seeking information
C
Removal of chief information officer
D
Every information commissioner shall hold office for a term of 5 years or till the age of 65 years whichever is earlier
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Exempted organisations. As per section 24 of the Act, intelligence and security organisations, both central and state, are exempted from the RTI Act except in cases of corruption or human rights violation.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Both 1 and 2. The Right to Information Act was enacted by the parliament of India and it came into force on 12 October 2005. RTI is a fundamental right, constitutional right, and a legal right.

Detailed explanation-3: -Information relating to Cabinet Papers recording deliberations of Council of Ministers.

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