San, Rak, Shafiya

Who can ask for information under Right to
Information?
 Information can be sought under the Act, by -
- a citizen of India as a person
- OCI or PIO card holder
- any functionary in his personal capacity
- a person representing a group of individuals like an

association, HUF etc
Grounds for rejection :
 Denial of Information under Section 8

 (a) information, disclosure of which would prejudicially affect the sovereignty
and integrity of India, the security, strategic, scientific or economic interests of the
State, relation with foreign State or lead to incitement of an offence;
 (b) information which has been expressly forbidden to be published by any court
of law or tribunal or the disclosure of which may constitute contempt of court;
 (C) information, the disclosure of which would cause a breach of privilege of
Parliament or the State Legislature;
 (d) information including commercial confidence, trade secrets or intellectual
property, the disclosure of which would harm the competitive position of a third
party, unless the competent authority is satisfied that larger public interest
warrants the disclosure of such information;
 (e) information available to a person in his fiduciary relationship, unless the
competent authority is satisfied that the larger public interest warrants the
disclosure of such information;
 (f) information received in confidence from foreign government;
 (g) information, the disclosure of which would endanger the life or physical
safety of any person or identify the source of information or assistance given in
confidence for law enforcement or security purposes;
 (h) information which would impede the process of investigation or apprehension
or prosecution of offenders;
 (i) cabinet papers including records of deliberations of the Council of Ministers,
Secretaries and other officers
 (j) information which relates to personal information the disclosure of which has
no relationship to any public activity or interest, or which would cause
unwarranted invasion of the privacy of the individual unless the Central Public
Information Officer or the State Public Information Officer or the appellate
authority, as the case may be, is satisfied that the larger public interest justifies the
disclosure of such information: Provided that the information, which cannot be
denied to the Parliament or a State Legislature shall not be denied to any person.
 Section 9 Without prejudice to the provisions of section 8, a Central Public
Information Officer or a State Public Information Officer, as the case may be, may
reject a request for information where such a request for providing access would
involve an infringement of copyright subsisting in a person other than the State.
Procedure for RTI:
 Identify the Information Needed: Begin by clearly identifying the specific information you
seek from a public authority. Ensure that the information falls under the purview of the
RTI Act, and it is not exempted as per the law.
 Locate the Concerned Public Authority: Determine which public authority is likely to
possess the information you're seeking. This could be a government department, ministry,
agency, or any other public institution.
 Prepare the RTI Application: Draft a formal RTI application addressing the designated
Public Information Officer (PIO) of the concerned public authority. The application
should be concise, clearly stating the information sought and providing any necessary
details for identification and communication.
 Payment of Application Fee: In India, RTI applications typically require a nominal
application fee, which can vary depending on the mode of application and the state.
Ensure that the application fee is paid through the designated methods, such as a demand
draft, postal order, or online payment, as specified by the concerned authority.
 Submit the RTI Application: Submit the RTI application to the designated PIO
either physically or electronically, as per the prescribed method. Keep a copy of
the application and the proof of payment for your records.
 Await Response: After receiving the RTI application, the PIO is obligated to
respond within 30 days, providing the requested information or reasons for denial
as per the provisions of the RTI Act. In certain cases, the PIO may seek an
extension of another 15 days for providing the information.
 Check Status and Follow-Up: If there's a delay in receiving a response, you can
check the status of your RTI application through various means, such as online
portals or contacting the concerned public authority. Follow up with the PIO if
necessary, reminding them of their obligation under the RTI Act.
 Receive Information: Upon successful processing of your RTI application, you will receive the
requested information from the PIO. Ensure that the information provided meets your
requirements and is complete and accurate.
 Seek Redressal (if necessary): If you're dissatisfied with the response received or believe that
information has been withheld unjustly, you can file an appeal with the relevant Appellate
Authority within the specified timeframe, as per the RTI Act.
 Utilize the Information: Finally, analyze and utilize the information obtained through the RTI
process for the intended purpose, whether it's for personal use, research, advocacy, or any other
lawful activity.

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Who can ask for information under Right to

- OCI or PIO card holder

- any functionary in his personal capacity

- a person representing a group of individuals like an

 Denial of Information under Section 8

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