Multiple Choice Questions

 MCQs on the RTI 

1. Consider the following statements regarding the State Information Commission (SIC):

   1. It is a statutory body established under the Right to Information Act, 2005.

   2. The Chief Information Commissioner has the same term of office as a Judge of the Supreme Court.

   3. The SIC has the power to order compensation for RTI applicants.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a) 1 only

   b) 1 and 3 only

   c) 2 and 3 only

   d) 1, 2 and 3

 

2. With reference to the Right to Information Act, 2005, which of the following statements is incorrect?

   a) The Act extends to the whole of India except the state of Jammu and Kashmir

   b) Private bodies that are substantially financed by the government fall under its purview

   c) The Act overrides the Official Secrets Act, 1923 and other laws in case of conflict

  d) Information Commissioners must be persons of eminence in public life with wide knowledge and experience in law, science and technology, social service, management, journalism, mass media or administration and governance

 

3. In the context of RTI appeals, consider the following:

   1. Appellate authorities

   2. Procedure for appeals

   3. Grounds for rejection of appeals

   Which of the above are specified in the Right to Information Act, 2005?

   a) 1 and 2 only

   b) 2 and 3 only

   c) 1 and 3 only

   d) 1, 2 and 3

 

4. The concept of 'Severability' in the context of the RTI Act implies that:

   a) Information can be partially disclosed if only a part of it is exempt

   b) RTI applications can be split and sent to multiple public authorities

   c) Appellants can withdraw their applications partially

   d) Public authorities can delay providing information in parts

 

5. Which of the following best describes the term 'public authority' under the RTI Act?

   a) Only ministries and departments of the Central and State Governments

   b) Any authority or body established by the Constitution of India

   c) Non-Government Organizations substantially financed by the Government

   d) Both b and c

 

6. With reference to the penalties under the RTI Act, consider the following statements:

   1. The maximum penalty that can be imposed is Rs. 25,000

   2. Only the Central Information Commission can impose penalties

   3. Penalties can be imposed for refusing to receive an application

 

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a) 1 only

   b) 1 and 3 only

   c) 2 and 3 only

   d) 1, 2 and 3

 

7. The 'Third Party' provision in the RTI Act is primarily concerned with:

   a) Protecting sensitive information of private entities

   b) Involving civil society in the RTI process

   c) Allowing appeals to courts after the Information Commission

   d) Permitting RTI applications through third parties

 

8. Which of the following is NOT a ground for exemption under Section 8 of the RTI Act?

   a) Information that would prejudicially affect the sovereignty and integrity of India

   b) Information that would cause a breach of privilege of Parliament or State Legislature

   c) Cabinet papers including records of deliberations of the Council of Ministers

   d) Information relating to personal expenses of public servants

 

9. In the context of RTI implementation, the term 'speaking order' refers to:

   a) An oral directive given by the Information Commission

   b) A reasoned decision providing justification for accepting or rejecting an RTI request

   c) A public announcement of important government decisions

   d) An order that can be challenged only in the High Court

 

10. Consider the following statements:

    1. The RTI Act provides for voluntary disclosure of information by public authorities

    2. The Act mandates the appointment of Public Information Officers in all public authorities

    3. The Central Information Commission has the power to receive and inquire into complaints from whistleblowers

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a) 1 only

    b) 1 and 2 only

    c) 2 and 3 only

    d) 1, 2 and 3



Answers:

1. b) 1 and 3 only

2. a) The Act extends to the whole of India except the state of Jammu and Kashmir

3. d) 1, 2 and 3

4. a) Information can be partially disclosed if only a part of it is exempt

5. d) Both b and c

6. b) 1 and 3 only

7. a) Protecting sensitive information of private entities

8. d) Information relating to personal expenses of public servants

9. b) A reasoned decision providing justification for accepting or rejecting an RTI request

10. b) 1 and 2 only


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