SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CGL - 19 April 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q48

Right to Information Act ______ mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 2005.

  • Right to Information Act 2005 mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information.
  • The basic object of the Right to Information Act is to empower the citizens,promote transparency and accountability in the working of the Government,contain corruption, and make our democracy work for the people.
  • It is an initiative taken by Department of Personnel and Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions to provide a– RTI Portal Gateway to the citizens for quick search of information on the details of first Appellate Authorities,PIOs etc.