What is Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005?

Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005:

• Objective: Mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information, promoting transparency and combating corruption.
• Institutional Mechanism: Central & State Information Commissions, Public Information Officers (PIOs) required to provide info within 30 days.
• Exemptions: Article 8 exempts security, strategic, sovereignty, and personal privacy matters.