Right to Information Act, 2005

This book presents a structured and up-to-date exposition of the Right to Information Act, 2005, examining its evolution, legal framework, and institutional mechanisms. The 7th Edition by Jyoti Rattan places the Indian RTI regime in both international and national contexts and explains the statutory provisions governing access to information, public authorities, and information commissions. It also incorporates recent legislative developments, including the impact of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act on the RTI framework, along with practical appendices for applications and appeals.

Key Features:

• Detailed analysis of the legal foundations and objectives of the Right to Information law in India
• Critical discussion on global challenges affecting the effectiveness of RTI laws
• Comprehensive coverage of duties and obligations of public authorities under the Act
• In-depth explanation of the composition, powers, and functioning of Central and State Information Commissions
• Clear treatment of appeal procedures, penalties, and enforcement mechanisms
• Evaluative insights into the working and impact of the RTI Act, 2005
• Dedicated chapter examining the interplay between the RTI Act and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act
• Practical utility through inclusion of specimen RTI application and appeal formats

This book is intended for law students, judicial services aspirants, practicing advocates, academicians, public officials, and anyone seeking a clear and authoritative understanding of the Right to Information Act, 2005 and its contemporary developments.

Chapter 1: Right to Information: International and National Scenario
Chapter 2: Challenges Affecting the Effectiveness of RTI AWS at the Global Level
Chapter 3: Right to Information Law in India
Chapter 4: Right to Information and Obligations of Public Authority
Chapter 5: The Central Information Commission
Chapter 6: The State Information Commission
Chapter 7: Powers and Functions of the Information Commissions, Appeal and Penalties
Chapter 8: Miscellaneous Provisions
Chapter 9: Evaluation of RTI Act, 2005
Chapter 10: Impact of DPDP Act on the RTI Act
Appendix 1: Application Format for Information under RTI Act, 2005
Appendix 2: Appeal Forms