Right To Information Act : A body of Government or "instrumentality of State.
Anna Hazare’s campaign for the RTI movement proved to be tremendous against corruption in India. He got huge public support with citizens coming out on the streets of Delhi, Bengaluru and other cities to voice their anger and discontent. While, the debate on corruption in the country rages on, the RTI Act is fast emerging as an effective anti-corruption tool.
Civil society organisations have played an important role in raising public awareness about RTI and assisting citizens in filing requests for information. For example, Delhi based NGO Satark Nagrik Sangathan (SNS) assist local residents and slum dwellers to file RTI. In addition to such initiatives, the law is increasingly being used to tackle high profile corruption. Much of the information regarding corruption during Commonwealth Games was unearthed using RTI. The power of RTI can be best utilised today as the citizens are more awakened/enlightened and educated as compared to any other times. Also, unlike during Mahatma Gandhi’s time, where he had to move from place to place to mobilise people and had primitive communication method; we are at a distinct advantage as we are empowered by technology. We have the benefit of internet and fast paced media to harness the use of our Rights.
