Right to Information: A Comprehensive Overview

Abstract

The right to information is a fundamental right under Article 19 (1) of the Indian Constitution. The paper empowers citizens to expose corruption and hold power to account, from recognition misdeed in basic rights delivery to revealing. The paper aims to provide a practical rule for citizens to attain information from public authorities, as well as to promote transparency. It mandates appropriate reply to citizen requests for government information. It is an initiative taken by Department of Personnel. Right to information (RTI) make sure involvement of Indian citizens in political and economic processes leading to good governance.