RTI and role of public bodies in fostering transparent governance
Sept 28 marks the International Day for Universal Access to Information. In keeping with the significance of the day, let’s understand what the law is all about and how it can help improve governance and state of affairs in several spheres.The concept of Right to Information pertains to the fundamental right of citizens to access information held by public bodies or government organisations. This right is a cornerstone of transparency, accountability, and good governance in civilised states.
RTI guarantees citizens the right to access information held by public bodies, subject to certain limitations and exceptions defined by law. Public bodies are held accountable for their actions and decisions when citizens can scrutinise their operations through the RTI. The Freedom of Information Act 2000 provides citizens with the right to access information held by public authorities in the UK, including government departments, local authorities, and the National Health Service .In our country under Article 19A of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan a federal law has been promulgated in 2017 while the provinces have already enacted their respective RTI laws.
Despite this legal obligation, it has been more than two years since the passage of this Act the members of the Commission have not been appointed. This delay is a violation of the law and undermines the purpose of the Balochistan Right to Information Act.
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