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    Question

    The fundamental objective of mandating suo-motu

    disclosure under Section 4 of the RTI Act is to:
    A Reduce the workload of Public Information Officers. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Shift the primary responsibility of transparency from the citizen to the public authority. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Make government websites more content-rich. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ensure that only vetted information is placed in the public domain. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Section 4 is the heart of the RTI Act, transforming transparency from a reactive process (on request) to a proactive one. It places the onus on public authorities to routinely publish information, empowering citizens without them having to file formal applications.

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