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    Question

    Under the RTI Act, 2005, what is the time limit for a

    Public Information Officer (PIO) to respond to an RTI application?
    A 7 days from the date of receipt Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 15 days from the date of receipt Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 30 days from the date of receipt Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 60 days from the date of receipt Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    As per Section 7(1) of the Right to Information Act, 2005, the Public Information Officer (PIO) is required to provide the requested information to the applicant within 30 days of receiving the request. In case the information concerns life or liberty of a person, the time limit is 48 hours.

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