The Right to Information Rules, 2005

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What is the time limit for filing an RTI application?

  1. 30 days

  2. 45 days

  3. 60 days

  4. 75 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 6 of the RTI Rules, 2005, an RTI application should be filed within 30 days from the date of receipt of the information.

Who can file an RTI application?

  1. Indian citizens only

  2. Foreigners only

  3. Both Indian citizens and foreigners

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

As per Rule 3 of the RTI Rules, 2005, any citizen of India or a person of Indian origin who is not a citizen of India can file an RTI application.

What information can be requested under RTI?

  1. Information related to public interest

  2. Information related to personal interest

  3. Both information related to public interest and personal interest

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 2(j) of the RTI Rules, 2005, information related to public interest can be requested under RTI.

What is the fee for filing an RTI application?

  1. Rs. 10

  2. Rs. 20

  3. Rs. 30

  4. Rs. 40


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 7 of the RTI Rules, 2005, the fee for filing an RTI application is Rs. 10.

What is the time limit for responding to an RTI application?

  1. 15 days

  2. 20 days

  3. 25 days

  4. 30 days


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

As per Rule 7 of the RTI Rules, 2005, the time limit for responding to an RTI application is 30 days.

What is the procedure for filing an RTI application?

  1. By post

  2. Online

  3. Both by post and online

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

As per Rule 6 of the RTI Rules, 2005, an RTI application can be filed either by post or online.

What is the penalty for not responding to an RTI application within the stipulated time limit?

  1. Fine of Rs. 250 per day

  2. Imprisonment for up to 6 months

  3. Both fine and imprisonment

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 18 of the RTI Rules, 2005, a fine of Rs. 250 per day is imposed on the public authority for not responding to an RTI application within the stipulated time limit.

What is the procedure for appealing against the decision of a public authority under RTI?

  1. File an appeal with the Central Information Commission

  2. File an appeal with the State Information Commission

  3. Both file an appeal with the Central Information Commission and the State Information Commission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As per Rule 19 of the RTI Rules, 2005, an appeal against the decision of a public authority under RTI should be filed with the State Information Commission.

What is the time limit for filing an appeal against the decision of a public authority under RTI?

  1. 30 days

  2. 45 days

  3. 60 days

  4. 75 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 19 of the RTI Rules, 2005, an appeal against the decision of a public authority under RTI should be filed within 30 days from the date of receipt of the decision.

What is the procedure for obtaining a certified copy of an RTI application or response?

  1. Apply to the public authority

  2. Apply to the Central Information Commission

  3. Apply to the State Information Commission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 12 of the RTI Rules, 2005, a certified copy of an RTI application or response can be obtained by applying to the public authority.

What is the fee for obtaining a certified copy of an RTI application or response?

  1. Rs. 2

  2. Rs. 5

  3. Rs. 10

  4. Rs. 15


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 12 of the RTI Rules, 2005, the fee for obtaining a certified copy of an RTI application or response is Rs. 2.

What is the procedure for inspecting records under RTI?

  1. Apply to the public authority

  2. Apply to the Central Information Commission

  3. Apply to the State Information Commission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 13 of the RTI Rules, 2005, an application for inspecting records under RTI should be made to the public authority.

What is the fee for inspecting records under RTI?

  1. Rs. 5

  2. Rs. 10

  3. Rs. 15

  4. Rs. 20


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 13 of the RTI Rules, 2005, the fee for inspecting records under RTI is Rs. 5.

What is the procedure for obtaining samples of records under RTI?

  1. Apply to the public authority

  2. Apply to the Central Information Commission

  3. Apply to the State Information Commission

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 14 of the RTI Rules, 2005, an application for obtaining samples of records under RTI should be made to the public authority.

What is the fee for obtaining samples of records under RTI?

  1. Actual cost of production

  2. Rs. 10

  3. Rs. 15

  4. Rs. 20


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per Rule 14 of the RTI Rules, 2005, the fee for obtaining samples of records under RTI is the actual cost of production.

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