An appeal to the Central Information Commission can be filed by any person (primarily the applicant) who is aggrieved by the decision of the PIO or the First Appellate Authority.
Who can file an appeal before the Central Information Commission ?
Asked in UPSC Combined Section Officer 2021 22 · Topic: Lokpal and Important Commissions (Central Information Commission (CIC) and State Information Commissions (SICs): Powers and role under RTI Act)
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Answer: D. Any citizen who is aggrieved by the decision of the Public Information Officer
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