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This Act was enacted by the Government of India in 2005. Some of its objectives are to ensure transparent and simple administration operations, and to seek cooperation of people to bring about transparency in administration. Which Act is being talked about here?

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Black Money Act
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Right to Information Act
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Anti Corruption Act
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Foreign Exchange Act
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Solution

The correct option is B Right to Information Act
The Right to Information Act was passed in 2005. It mandates timely response to requests of citizens for government information. Information regarding public work, administration, and implementation of schemes can be demanded from public officials. There are certain restrictions to this act. RTI does not apply to certain services in the country. Like the secret services, institutions dealing with security and safety, institutions promoting unity and integrity, and foreign ambassador's office.

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