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An information seeker asks for a copy of the inspection

Q: Answer-An information seeker asks for a copy of the inspection report of a dam conducted by the Central Wat...

Section 81a of the RTI Act exempts information, the disclosure of which would prejudicially affect the sovereignty, integrity, security, strategic, scientific, or economic interests of the State. If disclosing the dams vulnerabilities could endanger public safety, it is a valid ground for denial.

report of a dam conducted by the Central Water Commission. The PIO can legitimately deny this information if:

A The report is more than 500 pages long.

B The report contains technical jargon that a layperson cannot understand.

C Its disclosure would adversely affect the public safety and security of the structure.

D The report is already being reviewed by a parliamentary committee.

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