Question
Explain the powers and functions of the Central Information Commission.
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The Central Information Commission (CIC) is the highest statutory authority established under the Right to Information Act, 2005, to promote transparency and accountability in the functioning of public authorities in India. It was constituted to ensure that citizens can effectively exercise their fundamental right to access information held by government bodies. The Commission plays a significant role in resolving disputes between information seekers and public authorities and in strengthening democratic governance through openness and public participation. The Central Information Commission consists of the Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioners appointed by the President of India. The Commission has jurisdiction over central government departments, ministries, public sector undertakings, constitutional bodies, and other public authorities under the Government of India. Its powers and functions are mainly derived from the provisions of the Right to Information Act, 2005. One of the most important powers of the Central Information Commission is the power to hear and decide second appeals. When an applicant is dissatisfied with the decision of a Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) or the First Appellate Authority regarding the supply of information, the applicant can approach the CIC. The Commission examines whether the information has been wrongly denied, delayed, or provided inadequately and passes appropriate orders. The CIC also has the power to receive and inquire into complaints under the Right to Information Act. A person may file a complaint before the Commission when they are unable to submit an information request because a Public Information Officer has not been appointed, when the application has been refused, when unreasonable fees have been demanded, or when information has not been provided within the prescribed time limit. The Commission investigates such complaints and provides suitable remedies. The Central Information Commission has powers similar to those of a civil court while conducting inquiries. Under the RTI Act, it can summon and enforce the
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