- Section 26 of the RTI Act deals with the responsibilities of the 'appropriate Government' (Central or State) regarding the implementation and promotion of the Act. - Sub-section (1)(a) of Section 26 mandates the appropriate Government to "develop and organise educational programmes to advance the understanding of the public, particularly disadvantaged communities to exercise the right to information".
Which one of the following sections of RTI Act, 2005 casts a responsibility on the Government of States to develop and organize educational programmes to advance the understanding of the public about exercise of their right to information ?
Asked in UPSC SO Steno 2018 · Topic: Lokpal and Important Commissions (Central Information Commission (CIC) and State Information Commissions (SICs): Powers and role under RTI Act)
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