Question 4(b)GS2GS2
The right to information (RTI) and the right to privacy (RTP) complement each other in holding the government accountable to the people, however, in cases of conflict, they can be reconciled keeping public interest in mind. Discuss.
Main Body
Right to Information (RTI) and Right to Privacy (RTP) are both defined fundamental rights as per Supreme Court.
Complement one another
1Right to Information empowers the citizens regarding government decisions and their impact.
2Ensures public fund allocation & expenditure is as per democratic mandate. eg: recent criticism of Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scheme.
3RTP ensures government does not share citizens' information
4RTP also prevents discrimination by government based on one's caste, race or even choice.
Conflict
1RTI increases public access to information while RTP restricts it.
2Government can use RTP as ground for non-disclosure.
During such conflicts, larger public interests, public morality as well as social implications must be the basis for resolution.
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Conclusion
During such conflicts, larger public interests, public morality as well as social implications must be the basis for resolution.
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Examiner score
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Topper
Hrishikesh Rajendra
AIR 61
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Right to Privacy and Article 21
RTI and Privacy - Complementarity and Conflict
Writing Stats
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