Objectives
Assessing implementation of the Right to Information (RTI) Act across India
Geographical spread
The study covered a sample of 420 citizens across 10 states (Bihar, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand). The rural/urban ratio in the sample was 280:140.
Key areas/components
The study covered perceptions of respondents on the following aspects of implementation of RTI:
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Seeking information from government departments: Availability of PIOs (Public Information Officer), rate of applications, success in getting information, etc.
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Response of the appellate authorities and State Information Officers.
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Evaluation of performance of State Information Commissions: Disposal of appeals/complaints, composition of state information commissions, support from state governments.
Key outputs
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Statistical analysis of the data obtained on the above mentioned aspects.
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Success stories
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Conclusions and recommendations
Year/period
2008
