Question 4GS2GS2
The Central Information Commission plays a key role in empowering people through information. In this context, discuss the issues faced by it and suggest measures that are required to strengthen the institution.
Introduction
The information is new constituency of in digital era
9 words
Main Body
The information is new constituency of in digital era. CIC (Central Information Commission) is responsible for providing information to citizen under Right to Information Act, 2005. Issues faced by CIC: (1) lack of adequately trained work force (Vacant posts) (2) Official Secrets Act allows hiding of information by authorities
3lack of Awareness of common people about RTI Act. (4) RTI Activist hindering CIC with fraudulent and motivated applications (5) Delays in disposing off RTI Application due to non-availability of date. Measures to be taken by CIC: - 2nd ARC Recommendation → Repealing Official Secret Act → Creating centralised system for online data management → Increasing strength of commission → Time bound disposal of pleas Right to Information Act was significant legislation to empower citizen and make them smart.
129 words1 paragraphs
Conclusion
Right to Information Act was significant legislation to empower citizen and make them smart
14 words
Topper
Pakshal
AIR 82071
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Governance, Transparency, Accountability and E-governance
Transparency and Accountability
Central Information Commission
Writing Stats
152
Total words
1
Paragraphs