Central Information Commission: its constitution under the RTI Act and the sections that give it power
Background
The Central Information Commission was constituted with effect from 12-10-2005 under the Right to Information Act, 2005.
The jurisdiction of the Commission extends over all Central Public Authorities.
Its powers and functions are mentioned in sections 18, 19, 20 and 25 of the RTI Act, 2005.
These broadly relate to adjudication in second appeal for giving information, and direction for record keeping and suo motu disclosures.
They also cover receiving and enquiring into a complaint on inability to file an RTI application, and the levy of penalties.
Monitoring and reporting, including preparation of an Annual Report, is another function.
The decisions of the Commission are final and binding.
Constituted with effect from:
12-10-2005
Statute:
Right to Information Act, 2005
Jurisdiction:
all Central Public Authorities
Powers under sections:
sections 18, 19, 20 and 25
Why it matters for exams: The CIC's date of constitution, its jurisdiction and the finality of its decisions are asked directly in Kerala PSC and UPSC governance papers.
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