GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -If the interests of a third party are involved then time limit will be 40 days (maximum period + time given to the party to make representation).

Detailed explanation-2: -However, if confidential third party information is involved, the PIO has to wait 10 days to allow the third party time to make a representation regarding whether the information should be disclosed. This means that the PIO has up to 40 days to make a decision).

Detailed explanation-3: -If the interest of third party is involved then the time limit is 40 days. The information is to be supplied in a time bound manner, failing which the applicant can file an appeal before the appellate Authority.

Detailed explanation-4: -Time limit A fixed time of 30 days is given to provide information. But under section 7(1) if the information is concerned with the life and liberty of a person, in that case, the information shall be provided within 48 hours of the receipt of the request.

Detailed explanation-5: -According to it, if a Public Information Officer (PIO) intends to disclose an information supplied by a third party which the third party has treated as confidential, the PIO, before taking a decision to disclose the information shall invite the third party to make submission in the matter.