What are the powers and functions of the Central Information Commission in India
Explanation of the powers of Central Information Commission to constitute benches and frame regulations.
The Central Information Commission (CIC) in India has several powers and functions:
- Adjudication of appeals and complaints related to Right to Information Act.
- Summoning and enforcing the attendance of persons, examining witnesses, and documents.
- Receiving and investigating complaints from the public against non-compliance of RTI requests.
- Applying penalties to public information officers for non-compliance.
- Providing recommendations for better implementation of the RTI Act.
- The CIC can constitute benches for the disposal of appeals and complaints.
- It also has the power to frame regulations for carrying out its mandate effectively.
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