The Right to Information Act, 2005 has converted the prevailing culture of secrecy into a culture of openness and transparency in the working of the Government. It will go a long way in strengthening our democratic institutions, empowering the public, removing corruption and greater involvement of citizens in the development of the nation.

This compilation explains the method of making application for seeking information from the public authorities under the Central Government, the procedure for preparing appeals and the steps for filing complaints in the matter and other related issues. The contents of this document would apply mostly in connection with getting information from the public authorities of the State Governments as well. Nevertheless, since there are different fee rules and appeal rules in different States, the States may like to bring out their own guide on the subject on similar lines.

I wish the Right to Information Act is made use of by the public for larger public good.