
RTI Act | Advocates Cannot Seek Information For Clients : Central Information Commission
CIC holds that advocates cannot file RTI applications on behalf of clients, reinforcing personal information exemption under Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act.

CIC holds that advocates cannot file RTI applications on behalf of clients, reinforcing personal information exemption under Section 8(1)(j) of the RTI Act.

CIC holds that personal information can be disclosed under RTI Act when court orders maintenance recovery, even without third-party consent under Section 8(1)(j).

CIC holds that public authorities cannot deny RTI requests under Section 8(1)(d) or (j) without proving record destruction or public interest override. Essential for compliance officers.

CIC holds that project records like measurement books, test reports, and variation orders are not personal information exempt under Section 8(1)(j) of RTI Act; must be disclosed free of cost.

CIC holds that marks obtained in public recruitment processes are not exempt personal information under Section 8(1)(j) RTI Act; disclosure essential for transparency and accountability.