Karnataka High Court Orders KIC to Create Electronic RTI Data Repository
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Why in news
The Karnataka High Court directed the Karnataka Information Commission (KIC) to create an electronic repository and a uniform format for RTI implementation data to enhance transparency.
Background
Justice Suraj Govindaraj issued the order while partly allowing a petition by Ramesh Babu N. The court mandated that departments maintain year-wise details of RTI applications, appeals, penalties, and disciplinary actions electronically.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyKarnataka Information Commission (KIC) is the body responsible for overseeing RTI implementation in the state.
- FactThe court mandated the maintenance of year-wise details of RTI applications, appeals, penalties, and disciplinary actions.
- PlaceThe order was issued by the High Court of Karnataka.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Karnataka Information Commission (KIC) and the recent High Court order, consider the following statements:
- The court mandated the maintenance of year-wise details of RTI applications, appeals, penalties, and disciplinary actions.
- The High Court directed the KIC to create an electronic repository for RTI implementation data.
- The High Court of Maharashtra issued the order to mandate uniform reporting formats for RTI data.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 2 only
- (d)1 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (c) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The order was issued by the High Court of Karnataka.
For Mains
Q. How does the institutionalization of electronic data repositories by Information Commissions strengthen the Right to Information and ensure administrative accountability?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Transparency bottleneck: Lack of standardized reporting formats hinders public scrutiny of disciplinary actions
- Digital divide: Accessibility of electronic repositories for rural populations seeking information
- Data integrity: Ensuring real-time updates and accuracy of penalty records across various departments
Keywords: Right to Information · Administrative Accountability · Transparency · Electronic Governance · Institutional Oversight
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