Question

The Central Information Commission has been constituted in India under

• A. the Right To Information Act, 2005
• B. the Right To Information Act, 2015
• C. the Right To Information Act, 1985
• D. the Right To Information Act, 1995

Hint:

The RTI Act 2005 created the CIC to enforce the right to information in India.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: RTI Act Overview: The Right to Information Act was enacted in 2005 to empower citizens to access information held by public authorities, promoting transparency and accountability.
Step 2: Establishment of CIC: The Central Information Commission (CIC) was constituted under this Act as an independent body to adjudicate appeals and complaints related to RTI requests.
Step 3: Role of CIC: It hears cases where information is denied or delayed and can order disclosure of information or penalize officials for non-compliance.
Step 4: Incorrect Options: No RTI Act was passed in 1985, 1995, or 2015 that established the CIC. The 2005 Act is the relevant legislation.
Hence, the Central Information Commission is constituted under the Right to Information Act, 2005.