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Information about upgradation of empanelment was sought including copy of the internal files, part files and any other note sheets or other relevant documents. The FAA denied the information under Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act. The CIC observed that the most pertinent questions which require adjudication in this case are: i) list of independent experts on the Committee and ii) comments of each expert committee member. The CIC further observed FAA’s order suffered from mis-application of the provision of Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act and hence was set aside. Referring to the decisions of the Apex Court wherein disclosure of such details have been specifically denied invoking Section 8(1)(g) of the RTI Act, the CIC noted that the pleadings fail to indicate as to how disclosure of the list of members of the Committee and their comments could serve larger public interest. The CIC declined to disclose the information..
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In the cases of i) Kerala Public Service Commission v. SIC & Ors. and ii) Bihar Public Service Commission v. Saiyed Hussain Abbas Rizwi, disclosure of information about examiners/ independent experts of the Committee or comments of the said members was denied.
Citation: Dr. Kumud Diwan v. Indian Council for Cultural Relations in Second Appeal No. CIC/ICCRL/A/2019/153496, Date of Decision : 02.11.2021
Dr. Anuradha Verma (dranuradhaverma@yahoo.co.in) is an expert on RTI matters and has co-authored the books RIGHT TO INFORMATION - LAW AND PRACTICE and PIO’s guide to RTI. Apart from her weekly article here, her other articles can be read at the website of RTI Foundation of India at the link: www.rtifoundationofindia.com

Known for its royal Heritage & rich culture, the world is eyeing on India & even Indian festivals are celebrated across the globe, greetings are sent from top leaders of the world. No matter India is a vast market for multinationals, today top leaders of various Nations are Indians. If we see from political aspect our PM Narendra Modi is at the right place at the right time, delivering best with his timely decisions. He is passionately running the country, which is a major count for his Global Image. India is also going to be benefited largely as many nations wants China to slow down due to its offensive image. Now it’s time for the young generation to take full advantage & create India a super Power.
Vivek Dhawan
Is he a Modi baiter?
Harsh Kumar seems to be a Modi baiter. In fact the numbers of RTI applications and public grievances applications have increased post 2014. This is so because people feel that genuine and in genuine problems will be solved in Modi regime. This country has many people who feel that their illegal demands are genuine because it is for their personal benefit. The fact of the matter is that CIC had pending applications of an average 3 years old. If frame your application properly, then you will get an appropriate reply. Please don't raise query, ask question and seek reasons in your RTI applications. Further don't infringe upon third party information.
Anurag Srivastava

Many citizens have received Voter ID cards almost twenty five years ago. The photos in the cards have faded and due to aging there is no resemblance between the photo and our present appearance! Getting a duplicate card from State Election offices is very difficult as they are not geared to handle huge demands. ECI can nominate some agencies to issue duplicate Voter ID cards on payment basis to those who want just as Income Tax department has authorised a few agencies to issue PANCARDS on payment basis.
R. Subramanian
Sweeper not cleaning the roads
Resident of West Patel Nagar... It has been almost an year that I have not seen sweeper cleaning the roads. Humble request if someone can look in to the complaint and take action.
Shikha