According to the RTI Act, an application for information must be filed within 30 days from the date of the event or the date on which the information was required.

The RTI Act allows both Indian and foreign citizens to file applications for information.

The RTI Act allows individuals to request information related to public interest, such as government policies, programs, and activities.

There is no fee for filing an application for information under the RTI Act.

An application for information can be filed at the office of the PIO, the CIC, or the SIC.

An application for information under the RTI Act should include the name and address of the applicant, a description of the information requested, and the reason for requesting the information.

The PIO is required to respond to an application for information within 30 days from the date of receipt of the application.

If the PIO fails to respond to an application for information within the time limit, the applicant can file an appeal with the CIC, file a complaint with the SIC, or file a lawsuit in court.

Providing false or misleading information in response to an application for information under the RTI Act is punishable with both fine and imprisonment.

The CIC hears appeals against the decisions of the PIOs, monitors the implementation of the RTI Act, and promotes awareness about the RTI Act.

The SIC hears appeals against the decisions of the PIOs.

The RTI Act promotes transparency and accountability in government, empowers citizens to hold government accountable, and helps to reduce corruption.

Some of the challenges in implementing the RTI Act include lack of awareness about the RTI Act, lack of cooperation from government officials, and inadequate infrastructure.

Some of the ways to improve the implementation of the RTI Act include raising awareness about the RTI Act, training government officials on the RTI Act, and improving infrastructure.