Question

What conditions must public authorities fulfil under the RTI act?

• A. Private records should be hidden away
• B. Publish the duties of organisations
• C. Records must be indexed
• D. Document only approved information

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

Records must be indexed

All public authorities within the jurisdiction of the RTI Act must maintain records which are properly catalogued and indexed. The authorities are also liable to publish the particulars, duties and functions of the organisation, along with the powers and duties of their officers and employees.