Question

Which of the following would the citizens have access to as per the RTI Act of 2005?

• A. Plans for airstrikes on unfriendly nations
• B. Subsidies on food grains
• C. New laws being passed in the Parliament
• D. Railway Budget for the fiscal year

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

Railway Budget for the fiscal year

Democracies are supposed to ensure that the decision-making process follows a transparent process. ‘Transparency’ ensures that people are aware of the process followed for taking decisions. This is something that is often missing in a non-democratic government. The RTI Act of 2005 would help citizens understand the inner workings of the government and the decisions undertaken by them. Tactical and strategic information such as details of airstrikes on unfriendly nations would not fall under the RTI.