The Right to Information Act, 2005 is a legislation that guarantees citizens the legal right to obtain information from government departments and Local Self-Government Institutions. The main objective of this Act is to ensure transparency, accountability, and public participation in administration.

Every public authority is required to appoint a Public Information Officer (PIO). Information requested under the Act is generally required to be provided within 30 days from the date of receipt of the application. However, in matters concerning the life or liberty of a person, the information must be provided within 48 hours.

The information being requested should be clearly specified in the application. If the requested information is not received, or if the applicant is not satisfied with the response received, the applicant has the right to file a first appeal and subsequent appeals as provided under the Act.