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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 42

SSC GD Constable (English) - 7th December 2021 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q42

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The Right to Information Act of 2005 extended to the whole of India, EXCEPT _______.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Jammu and Kashmir.

  • The Right to Information Act came into force on 12th October, 2005.
  • The Act extends to the whole of India except Jammu & Kashmir.
  • RTI stands for Right To Information and has been given the status of a fundamental right under Article 19(1) of the Constitution.
  • Article 19 (1) under which every citizen has freedom of speech and expression and have the right to know how the government works, what role does it play, what are its functions and so on.