Every citizen
under the constitution has a right to know the functional status of
Government or Public offices. RTI secure
access to information that is under control of Public Authorities.
The basic
objective is, :
- To provide a legal framework of citizens’ democratic right to access to information under the control of public authorities.
- To promote transparency.
- To promote accountability.
- Better record keeping and decision making.
Ideals of any
law which should provide transparency to its citizens must provide:
- Maximum Voluntary Disclosures by public authorities.
- Easily accessible – cost effective,
- Provided in local language, and effective method of communication locally.
- Independent and Non-judicial appellate mechanism.
- Stringent Penalty for defiance of the act.
- Empowerment of citizens as per the rights under constitution.
