Enumerate the functions of the Central Information Commission (CIC). Do you think it has taken essential steps to remove the impediments to the citizen’s pursuit of accountability? Justify your stance with suitable examples.
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Topic: Statutory, Regulatory and various Quasi-judicial Bodies
Topic: Statutory, Regulatory and various Quasi-judicial Bodies
Q3. Enumerate the functions of the Central Information Commission (CIC). Do you think it has taken essential steps to remove the impediments to the citizen’s pursuit of accountability? Justify your stance with suitable examples. (250 words)
- •*Difficulty level: Moderate
- •Reference: Live law*
Why the question: The Delhi High Court has ruled that the compensation awarded by the Central Information Commission (CIC) under the Right to Information Act, 2005, has to directly correlate with the personal detriment experienced by the complainant. Key Demand of the Question: Enumerate the functions of the Central Information Commission (CIC) and evaluate if it has effectively addressed obstacles to citizen accountability, supported by examples. Directive: Evaluate type: Explain functions, take a stance and justify with examples. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Brief about the Right to Information and its importance. Body: First part: Functions of CIC: Enforce the Right to Information (RTI) Act, transparency and accountability Hear appeals and complaints, Impose penalties, Ensure proactive disclosure of information Second part: Effectiveness in Addressing Obstacle Examples of Actions Taken: Case laws where CIC’s rulings enhanced information disclosure. Third part: Challenges and Criticisms: Issues with compensation correlating with personal detriment. Instances where CIC’s actions were limited or ineffective. Conclusion: Reflect on areas needing improvement and propose suggestions for enhancement.
Why the question:
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the compensation awarded by the Central Information Commission (CIC) under the Right to Information Act, 2005, has to directly correlate with the personal detriment experienced by the complainant.
Key Demand of the Question:
Enumerate the functions of the Central Information Commission (CIC) and evaluate if it has effectively addressed obstacles to citizen accountability, supported by examples.
Directive:
Evaluate type: Explain functions, take a stance and justify with examples.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Brief about the Right to Information and its importance.
Body:
First part: Functions of CIC:
Enforce the Right to Information (RTI) Act, transparency and accountability
Hear appeals and complaints, Impose penalties, Ensure proactive disclosure of information
Second part: Effectiveness in Addressing Obstacle
Examples of Actions Taken: Case laws where CIC’s rulings enhanced information disclosure.
Third part: Challenges and Criticisms:
Issues with compensation correlating with personal detriment.
Instances where CIC’s actions were limited or ineffective.
Conclusion:
Reflect on areas needing improvement and propose suggestions for enhancement.